Powell Fipple-Blown Flute Case
Powell Fipple-Blown Flute Case
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- Description
- This fipple-blown flute case was made by Edward V. Powell in Scarsdale, New York, around 1943-1951. It is made of wood, covered with black leatherette, with metal fittings, and burgundy plush interior. There is an outer carrying case made of brown vinyl, with two handles, and zipper closure. Accessioned with Powell fipple-blown flute (1985.0016.14).
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Object Name
- case with accessories
- date made
- 1943-1951
- maker
- Powell, Edward V.
- place made
- United States: New York, Scarsdale
- Physical Description
- vinyl (overall material)
- wood (overall material)
- metal (overall material)
- fabric (overall material)
- Measurements
- overall: 2 3/4 in x 11 1/2 in x 5 3/8 in; 6.985 cm x 29.21 cm x 13.6525 cm
- ID Number
- 1985.0016.14.01
- catalog number
- 1985.0016.14.01
- accession number
- 1985.0016
- Credit Line
- Gift of James M. Swain
- See more items in
- Cultural and Community Life: Musical Instruments
- Music & Musical Instruments
- Flutes
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
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