Duct Flute

Duct Flute

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Description
This duct flute was made by an unknown maker, provenance unknown, 19th century. It is made of birch, with 6 fingerholes.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
flute
date made
19th century
Physical Description
birch (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 13 5/8 in x 1 1/16 in; 34.6075 cm x 2.69875 cm
ID Number
MI.65.0622
accession number
1991.0406
catalog number
65.0622
Credit Line
Gift of The University Museum, University of Pennsylvania (through Dr. Robert H. Dyson)
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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