Museum Collections
Luce Center
Flute with case
Object Number:
INV.8350a-e
Date:
1830-1850
Medium:
Wood, metal, leather, textile
Dimensions:
case: 2 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. ( 6.4 x 27.3 x 19 cm )
Description:
Wooden flute in four parts with case; flute has metal keys and fittings; leather-covered wood case in the shape of a book, with marbleized paper covering the outside of the "pages"; "La Musique" in gilt lettering on the "spine." Inside of case compartmentalized for sections of flute.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




