【Rare】F. Lorée Oboe - Old Loree Semi-Automatic Oboe - Main Unit

【Rare】F. Lorée Old Lorée Semi-Automatic

Lorée is the world's oldest continuously operating oboe manufacturer.

Founded in 1881, the company has been producing oboes for four generations and contributed to the development of the Conservatoire key system, which is now the standard for modern oboes.

Lorée is also known for making durable oboes, with many older instruments still in active use today. The first oboe I ever played was a Lorée school instrument when I was in my school's wind ensemble.

Models with single-digit serial numbers, in particular, are apparently cherished by players and collectors as Old Lorée instruments.

Serial Number: V**
As this model features covered keys, it is closer in design to current models compared to earlier ring-key type oboes.

The body is made of dense grenadilla wood, and it is slender and lightweight.
We surmise this model corresponds to the current C model.

We would be delighted to pass on this rare masterpiece.