Hurdy-gurdy barrel organ
Date made: late 19th-early 20th century
Description: A 'Hurdy-Gurdy' Barrel Organ (Musical instrument). This is a barrel organ, housed in a painted black case and bound with leather straps. This item was played by Carmine Valerio, one of the last of the Hurdy Gurdy men in Douglas.
Measurements: overall: 51 x 60 x 42 cm
Materials: leather, wood
Object name: barrel organ
Collection: Social History Collection
ID Number: 1954-7054