Europeana · 1750
Clarinet
Early 18th-century clarinets, of varying materials including boxwood, ivory and ebony, had just two keys; this number soon grew, giving the player more possibilities. By the end of the 18th century the clarinet was used in the orchestra and as a solo instrument, for instance in Mozart’s music. This instrument, with two keys, is one of the earliest survivors.
| Date | 1750 |
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| Held by | Rijksmuseum |
