Flute

Karl Kruspe Jr.

1930s

Not on view

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Title: Flute
Maker: Karl Kruspe Jr.
Date: 1930s
Geography: Leipzig, Germany
Culture: German
Medium: Wood, metal
Dimensions: L.: 72.5 cm (28-5/8 in.); Embouchure L.: 64.5 cm (25-3/8 in.)
Classification: Aerophone-Blow Hole-side-blown flute (transverse)
Credit Line: Gift of Rolf Merton, 1979
Object Number: 1979.524a, b
Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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