Flute. Nominal pitch: C.
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InstrumentTransverse flute |
Instrument FamilyWind |
MakerShepherd & Sutton |
Place MadeLondon ; Europe ; England ; United Kingdom |
Date Made1829-1846 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Cocus; 5 sections; silver keys; 5 ivory ferrules plus cap; wood-covered tuning-slide; graduated screw-stopper; metal-lined head; oval embouchure-hole; slim design. Keymount type: ring/knob. Keyhead type: saltspoon [with pewter plugs for low C/C♯]. Repair History: Wood of tuning-slide section has been shaved down to match style of other sections. |
NotesE Smith, 1987. |
Measurements659 |
ProvenanceFormerly stock of J. & R. Glen. ; Purchased in 1983. |
CollectionMIMEd ; MIMEd ; Glen Collection |
Accession Number2715 |