This is a rare early tongue pincher style Duck Quack imitation attributed to Elam Fisher with a solid wood barrel and nickel-plated bell. The wood is either rosewood or ebony and has a beautiful patina and produces a convincing duck quack imitation. The total length is 4 5/8" with the diameter of the barrel being 3/4". This Duck Quack whistle is from a collection of traps and sound effects formerly owned by Emil Kresse, principal percussionist and timpanist of the Philadelphia Orchestra (1901 – 1945) who passed them on to Fred D. Hinger, also a former principal percussionist and timpanist with the Philadelphia Orchestra (1948 – 1967) and Metropolitan Opera Orchestra (1967 – 1983). This is a unique opportunity to own a rare imitation with a fine provenance that will become a centerpiece of any vintage traps collection.
General Characteristics | |
Model | Elam Fisher |
Era | 1900-1928 |
Condition | Excellent |
Extra Holes or Modifications | None |
Date | 1920s |
Hardware Finish | Nickel |
Size | 4 5/8" L |