Walking stick flute in F
ALTERNATE NAME(S)
- Fife in F [E-flat]
Date1888 ca.
Serial No.None
SignedNoneMarkingsEngraved on top ferrule: J. (or F.) White / 1888. / W. Mc., 2.DescriptionWalking stick flute. One-piece body of dark-colored wood, with brass ferrules. Conical bore. Inverted conical tapered profile, with swell at endcap (handle) and narrow end on bottom. Seven fingerholes of varying size. Two vent holes on the lower sides (end of flute bore). Round embouchure hole.DimensionsOverall length: 885mmAcoustical length: 420mm
Maximum diameter (at handle): 37mm
Top bore: 11.7mmProvenanceNo known provenance.
Credit LineGift of Lynn and Steve Dillon, 2023
Object number15537
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