Flute – Rudall, Rose & Carte
1.150,00 €
| Category | Flutes |
| Maker | RUDALL, ROSE & CARTE |
| Marks and inscriptions | Rudall Rose Carte & Co. / Patentees / 100 New Bond Street / London |
| Period | 1830-1900 |
| Place of origin | London, England |
| Description | Rudall, Rose & Carte modified ‘1851’ System Flute |
| Materials | Silver plating |
| Dimensions | Total length 647 mm Sounding length 585 mm Weight 287 g |
| Condition | Sold as is, for restoration |
| Special features | Original pads |
| Price (€) | €1,150.00 |
| Ref | 1138 |
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Flute – Rudall, Rose & Carte
Now’s your chance to own a Rudall, Rose & Carte modified ‘1851’ system flute. This special system was devised by Richard CARTE (1808–1891). In 1850, he joined George RUDALL (1781-1871) and John Mitchell ROSE (1793/1794-1866). For extensive information about the company, we recommend the book by Robert BIGIO.
The principle of the 1851 system was to use the ideas of Theobald BOEHM (metal flute, cylindrical bore, conical head joint, large holes) with the old fingering system that flutists were used to playing on a standard flute of the time. This meant that flutists didn’t have to change their way of playing. It shows us the difficulties involved in the acceptance of the Boehm flute model patented in 1847.
show more This particular flute features a closed G-sharp key. It has no extra trill keys. It also has no serial number, but we believe it to have been made around 1855. It has a raised barrel embouchure rather than a lip-plate. The barrel has been beautifully engraved. The embouchure itself is oval. All in all, this instrument is characterised by a high level of craftsmanship. The flute is sold as is. It is in restorable condition with all keys and parts present. It’s a fine instrument in need of an overhaul to be played professionally again or proudly displayed in the cabinet of any avid flute collector. show less
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