Oxford university Bate Collection | 3D Printing of an 18th century French serpent

Oxford university Bate Collection | 3D Printing of an 18th century French serpent

Among the many delights of our brief time in Oxford -- the special Tolkien exhibit, a walking tour of the city, dinner at The Eagle and Child -- the most unexpected was a visit to the Bate Collection of Musical Instruments where, in addition to viewing an impressive array of historical instruments both familiar and exotic, you may play a sampling of instruments, including the theremin, shawm, and serpent. And if you fancy a DIY serpent, here are the instructions for making one with a 3-D printer.