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End-blown flute
End-blown flute
End-blown flute

End-blown flute

Alternate name(s)
  • Native American flute
  • Courting flute
Date1900-1925 ca.
Place MadeNorthern Plains, United States, North America
Serial No.none
Signednone
MarkingsWritten in ink on small piece of adhesive tape: H.L.C. / 46 (F)
DescriptionEnd-blown with external duct. Wood with copper tube mouthpiece; stylized rabbit saddle. Five tone holes.
DimensionsOverall length: 880 mm
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number04051
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