Clarinet in B-flat 1895 - 1905

This clarinet in B-flat was crafted by Gautrot aîné, a French maker, between 1895 and 1905. The instrument is made of black wood with silver-plated keys and features a flared bell and a traditional cylindrical bore. This clarinet is an example of the high quality craftsmanship that was typical of French instrument making in the late 19th century and is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.