Name/Title
METRONOMEEntry/Object ID
93.37.1.1Description
Metronome: wood pyramidal shape with a hook clasp (catch missing) door opening to the time-keeping apparatus. Shown inside is the tempo scale from presto to largo with a numerical reading chart, both made of paper glued to the wood. Also shown is the metronome pendulum arm, made of metal. The bottom door leading to the mechanical apparatus is missing. This apparatus is complete and made of metal. The wind key is at the right side, lower edge. The condition is fair with scratches on the edges and surface. The paint is chipped and the pendulum arm rusted. A metal plate on the front door has a center portion with two flowers and the words "Metronome/De/Maelzel." Surrounding on the border are the words, in clockwise fashion, "France, Amerique, Belgique, Paris, Hollande, Ingleterre." Inside on the mechanical apparatus at the bottom is inscribed on a metal plate, "Made in U.S. America."Lexicon
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Timekeeping T & E, Metronomes, Timekeeping
