One-key German flute
Date1770-1785
Artist/Maker
William Henry Potter
OriginEngland, London
MediumBoxwood with ivory rings and silver key.
DimensionsOverall length: 24"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1982-211,A
DescriptionBoxwood flute with three ivory rings and ivory ends, and one silver key with square hole cover. The embrochure hole is 9.2x8.8mm oval.Inscribedsee marks
Markings"POTTER / LONDON" stamped on all four sections.
ProvenanceCW purchased from Sotheby Parke Bernet & Co, London, in 1982
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