Duct Flute

Duct Flute

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Description
This flute was made by an unknown maker in Eastern Europe, undetermined date. It is a duct flute made of birch decorated with painted designs, with 6 fingerholes.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
flute
place made
Eastern Europe
Physical Description
birch (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 13 3/16 in x 5/8 in; 33.49625 cm x 1.5875 cm
ID Number
MI.72.09
catalog number
72.09
accession number
294383
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. John S. Wood
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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