Patent Model - Improvement in Reed Organs
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William Kent, Patentee
Production date
Sep 02 1873
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wood, paper, cloth, iron
Measurements
7 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 6" (19.1 x 34.3 x 15.2cm)
Description
Kent's invention relates to "reed-organs operated by exhaust; and the invention consists, first, in two bellows and placing them vertically on each side of the treadles; second, in the manner of blowing or working the bellows independent of the treadles; and, third, in hinging the cover of the wind-chest to open it, and in pivoted or hinged clamps to securely fasten it down..." (Patent Number 142,399)
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Object number
2015.14.1618a,b
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