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Cornet owned by Maxine Sullivan, 1977. Creator: F. E. Olds
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Cornet owned by Maxine Sullivan, 1977. Creator: F. E. Olds
A brass cornet made by Olds Ambassador and owned by African-American musician Maxine Sullivan. The body of the cornet (2013.46.29.1.1a) is brass with a straight bell and three (3) valves with green felt pads. The ambassador model is manufactured by F. E. Olds. The cornet has [OLDS / AMBASSADOR / FULLERTON / CALIF] inscribed at the base of the bell. The number [997566] is inscribed on the second valve. The finger ring for the pinky of the right hand is silver. The mouthpiece of the cornet (2013.46.29.1.1b) as a conical backbore and appears to be silver plated. [Olds 7C] is inscribed on the cup, below the rim
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of musical history - a brass cornet owned by the talented African-American musician, Maxine Sullivan, in 1977. Crafted by F. E. Olds, this exquisite Olds Ambassador cornet (2013.46.29.1.1a) boasts a sleek design with its straight bell and three valves adorned with green felt pads. The body of the cornet proudly bears the inscription [OLDS / AMBASSADOR / FULLERTON / CALIF] at the base of its bell, signifying its origin and manufacturer's legacy in Fullerton, California. A unique identification number [997566] is meticulously engraved on the second valve. Noteworthy details include a silver finger ring for the right hand's pinky and an accompanying mouthpiece (2013.46.29.1. b), featuring a conical backbore and an elegant silver-plated appearance with [Olds 7C] inscribed below its rim. This cherished artifact not only represents Maxine Sullivan's personal connection to music but also symbolizes her contribution to jazz as an African-American artist during the vibrant cultural era of the 1970s in America. Preserved within the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this extraordinary cornet stands as a testament to both Maxine Sullivan's musical prowess and F. E. Olds' dedication to crafting exceptional brass instruments that have left an indelible mark on American heritage art.
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