Cavalry trumpet c. 1862 - 1886

This cavalry trumpet was made by Christoffel Rep en Zoon. Its simple yet powerful form resonates through history. Trumpets, throughout time, have been more than mere instruments; they are symbols of power, war, and authority. Consider the Roman tuba, a direct ancestor, which signaled troops and announced processions. The sound of the trumpet holds a primal connection to heralds, announcements, and the call to action. Similarly, in Renaissance paintings, trumpets often accompany allegorical figures, proclaiming victories or divine messages. The trumpet's sound is not merely a noise but a psychological trigger, embedded deep within our collective memory. This instrument embodies a non-linear progression of symbols, a concept where the past continually resurfaces and evolves. The echoes of ancient horns reverberate in this trumpet, reminding us that history is never truly silent. It is perpetually reinterpreted, and sounds are never truly gone.