A very important find at an auction in Fond du Lac Wisconsin. This Stoelzel Valve Corneopean was purchased in the early 1970s. Most interesting is that it included ALL of the crooks, the lyre, the original tarred coffin case, and a bubble glass painting of the musician who played this horn. Tarred instrument cases were common during the period this horn was made as it offered protection from rain .

The horn was made in Ireland in the 1850s (Irish Harp engraving) and was imported to the United States in the 1850s by John Howard Foote. The horn was completely restored and is in beautiful playing condition. It will be a significant addition to any collection, private or museum.

All crooks, the case, and the painting are included in the sale of this horn.

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