Skip to main content
Advanced Search
1982-192,A, Flute
Six-Key German flute
1982-192,A, Flute

Six-Key German flute

Date1785-1806
Artist/Maker Richard Potter
OriginEngland, London
MediumBoxwood (est), ivory, silver alloy (est), other metal
DimensionsOverall length: 26 1/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1982-192,A
DescriptionFlute in four sections with ivory ferrules at the joint between sections and an ivory ferrule at the end. Six keys have round hole covers. The head joint is lined with a metal tube allowing the two sections of the head joint to be pulled out to accomodate various pitch standards. The tenon between the two parts of the head joint is marked with reference rings for setting pitch. The cork is adjustable with a screw-driven ivory ring and center ivory peg marked with rings to indicate cork position. The embrochure hole is an 11x9.4mm oval.
Inscribedsee marks
Markings"POTTER / LONDON" on four sections of the flute.
ProvenancePurchased from Sotheby Parke Bernet & Co, London.
Exhibition(s)