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Simple System Flute

Object Details

Description

This flute was made by an unknown maker in Germany or the United States around 1895 to 1905. It is a Simple System flute made of rosewood with nickel silver ferrules and keys.

The flute has a silver medallion engraved “John.”

Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Date made
1895-1905
Credit Line
Gift of James M. Swain
Physical Description
rosewood (overall material)
nickel silver (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 27 3/4 in x 1 3/4 in x 1 1/2 in; 70.485 cm x 4.445 cm x 3.81 cm
Object Name
flute
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