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Vol. 86 July 18, 2026 No. 19

Adam Bent

active 1798-1809

musical instrument maker
  • William & Adam Bent

Biography

Adam Bent was partner with his brother William in the Boston firm of William & Adam Bent, musical instrument makers, listed at 26 Orange Street from 1800 and continuing until 1807. After the firm went out of business (by 1809), Adam Bent retired and became a land speculator in South Boston, according to Thomas Appleton's account.

Highlights

  • Partner with his brother William in the Boston firm William & Adam Bent, musical instrument and pianoforte makers, active 1800-1807.
  • After the firm dissolved he retired from business and became a land speculator in South Boston.

Source

Daniel Spillane, History of the American Pianoforte (1890), pp. 52, 53.

Public domain.

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