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1986.1.32

Transverse diaphragm flute with 6 finger holes.

1986.1.32

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Collection type
Object
Description
Transverse diaphragm flute with 6 finger holes.
Long description
Transverse diaphragm flute with 6 finger holes. Diaphragm hole still has its diaphragm although this is now broken. The central joint is lined and edged with brass. Brass ferrule at top and bottom of the flute. In plastic carrying case. [LM-S 27/1/2020]
Geographical reference
China
Asia > Eastern Asia > China
(Canton) Kwangtung Kuang-Tung Guangdong
Person
Field collector Suzanne Helen Paine
PRM source Crispin Paine
Date / Period
Date made: Modern
Date collected
By 1986
Acquisition information
Donated: 1986
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Material Brass Metal, Material Lacquer Varnish, Process Perforated, Process Lacquered Varnished
Dimensions
Diameter: max 19 mm, Length: max 389 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1986.1.32

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