Bugle in C 1800 - 1820

This brass bugle, created between 1800 and 1820, is an example of a musical instrument used for signaling in the early 19th century. The bugle, made by Thomas Key, is a simple instrument that produces a clear, resonant sound. Its shape is characterized by a long, curved tubing that ends in a bell, with a mouthpiece at the opposite end. This bugle is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. It's a fascinating artifact that provides insight into the development of musical instruments and the history of communication in the early 19th century.