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Crown Pump Organ Late 1800’s Geo. P. Bent, Chicago, Illinois. U.S.A.

$ 686.39

Availability: 32 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • MPN: Does Not Apply
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: Used
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Brand: Crown
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Type: Pump Organ
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    Crown Pump Organ from the late 1800’s Geo. P. Bent, Manufacturer, Chicago, Illinois. U.S.A.
    George Payne Bent started in 1870 as a sewing machine retailer, added organs and in 1880 began manufacturing organs and later pianos.Early instruments are marked Geo. R. Bent. In 1902 the factory had a capacity of 12,000 organs per year.
    He was active in trade associations and after retirement was author and editor of "Four Score and More" a book which he published containing reminiscences of old-timers in the music business of puns on his name, he gave out his personalized cigars saying, "Have a Bent cigar." The company was renamed Geo. P. Bent Co. in 1908; probably discontinued organ production in 1915.
    This is for local pickup only. For shipping, buyer is responsible. Fair condition. This organ plays but, may need a tuneup. Also, comes with the original stool.