Harmonica 1885 - 1905

"Harmonica," a harmonica made by the Austrian musical instrument maker Ch. Weiss, is an example of industrial design from the late 19th century. The metal instrument, crafted between 1885 and 1905, features a decorative surface with engravings celebrating the artist's successes at Viennese industrial exhibitions. This object demonstrates the evolution of musical instruments as well as the growing trend of industrial production in the late 19th century.