Cavalry Trumpet in C 1795 - 1805

This Cavalry Trumpet in C, made between 1795 and 1805 by Courtois père, is a shining example of 18th-century craftsmanship. The instrument's distinct circular design, with its extended tubing and bell-shaped mouth, would have been used in military ensembles for signaling and ceremonial purposes. Today, the trumpet resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, serving as a fascinating relic of the past and a testament to the ingenuity of early instrument makers.