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Hamlin Pedal Pump Organ, USA, circa 1880–1895
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Mason
Hamlin Pedal Pump Organ, USA, circa 1880–1895
$3,796.98
£2,834.63
€3,200
CA$5,275.16
A$5,674.18
CHF 3,032.45
MX$66,882.46
NOK 38,232.07
SEK 34,951.37
DKK 24,387.59
About the Item
This exceptional Mason
Hamlin pedal pump organ dates from approximately 1880–1895, a period that marks the height of reed organ production and popularity in the United States. Manufactured in Boston, Massachusetts, Mason
Hamlin instruments were widely regarded as the finest of their kind, celebrated for their superior tonal quality, mechanical reliability, and refined cabinet craftsmanship.
Before the advent of phonographs and radio, pump organs like this one were central features in middle-class Victorian homes. They provided music for family gatherings, hymn singing, and intimate domestic performances, and were equally at home in small churches and chapels. Sitting at such an instrument today evokes a distinct sense of time travel—the slower rhythm of 19th-century life, candlelit interiors, and the warm, human presence of music produced entirely by hand and foot.
This particular organ has undergone a carefully executed professional restoration.
The wooden structure and cabinet elements were restored by a master furniture maker from Transylvania, preserving the original proportions, surfaces, and decorative details with great respect for the instrument’s historical character. The mechanical and musical components were restored and regulated by the organ master of the Great Reformed Church of Debrecen, ensuring proper function and an authentic, period-appropriate sound.
The richly toned mahogany case, elegant curved side panels, decorative pierced details, and harmonious architectural proportions elevate this instrument beyond its musical function. It stands equally as a 19th-century decorative object, appealing to collectors of historical musical instruments as well as enthusiasts of Victorian-era decorative arts.
In recent years, interest in historically significant keyboard instruments has grown markedly, with notable examples achieving strong results at international auctions—underscoring that such pieces are valued not only as instruments, but as cultural artifacts carrying emotional, artistic, and historical weight. This Mason
Hamlin organ embodies that timeless presence.
- Dimensions:Height: 46.07 in (117 cm)Width: 44.1 in (112 cm)Depth: 22.45 in (57 cm)
- Style:Victorian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880-1890s
- Condition:Repaired: Professionally restored cabinet by a Transylvanian master furniture maker. Mechanical and musical components serviced by the organ master of the Great Reformed Church of Debrecen. Restoration focused on preserving original materials, structure, and h. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Debrecen, HU
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10062248297212
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