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Piccolo flute, D -flat, low pitch

Piccolo flute, D -flat, low pitch

Distributor: Sears, Roebuck & Co. (distributor)
Date: 1914-1920 ca.
Place Made:Schöneck, Germany, Europe
Model: Supertone
Serial No: none
SignedStamped on the body: FABR. MARKE (in banner) [lyre] TRADE MARK (in banner) / GHS (monogram) / MADE IN GERMANY
MarkingsStamped between first and second tone holes: Db / L.P.
Stamped on lower section of head joint: SUPERTONE
DescriptionTropical hardwood body. Ebonite head joint in two sections, with tuning slide. Simple system, Meyer style keywork with six nickel silver keys mounted on posts. Nickel silver trim.
DimensionsOverall length: 292 mm
Sounding length: 248 mm
Embouchure: 9.9 x 8.7 mm
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 05336