The ranket, or racket, was already known at the beginning of the 16th century. This is a bassoon in which the single wind channel is so contorted that it fits into this compact shape. The finger holes are visible on the exterior of the instrument.
c. 1780
Fruitwood
BK-NM-11430-111
Image and text courtesy of Rijksmuseum, 2019
Where you'll find this
Rijksmuseum
Permanent collection