The Brudevælte Lurs

The six curved brass horns from Brudevælte measure between 1.5 to 2.2 meters in length and produce sounds comparable to modern trombones.

In 1797, farmer Ole Pedersen discovered these six bronze lurs while digging peat in Brudevælte Mose, along with their mouthpieces bound together.

The lurs demonstrate the advanced metallurgy skills of Bronze Age craftsmen through their sophisticated welding techniques and precise tonal engineering.

Five of these ancient instruments remain on display at the National Museum of Denmark, while the sixth resides in the State Hermitage Museum.

These 2800-year-old bronze instruments maintain their playability, with different pairs tuned to specific musical notes including C, D, E, and G.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 750 BCE

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 55.85556,12.28778

Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:57