So, they had a workshop together, and Leonhard’s instruments received high praise. For instance, he was awarded a prize for one of his clarinets. Unfortunately, he had a falling out with his father and faced difficulties in his marriage, even converting to Protestantism to obtain a divorce and remarry. He relocated to a different town named Neu-Ulm but eventually returned. There appeared to be considerable strife, particularly with his second wife, Barbara Lintner (née Staudenmayer), who accused him of abuse, yet she was unable to secure a separation. Following Leonard’s death in 1864, Barbara, who took over the business, gave up the licence to manufacture instruments, packed her belongings, and departed for San Francisco.

This instrument can be dated to around 1830. The maker’s stamp is present on all four sections of the flute. It is made of boxwood and features solid silver keys which were very elegantly made. The long F-key has a short lever that can open the long F-key – so only one F hole is necessary. The keyholes on the left- and right-hand joints are raised and beautifully carved from the wood.  The embouchure is unaltered. 

If we look closely, we can see that the right-hand lever for the B-flat key is missing. It was obviously an annoyance for its previous owner. Another B-flat key lever can easily be constructed and returned to the flute by a skilled flute-maker. The rings and screw cap are crafted in ivory. The case is in good shape! It even has a date and the name of one of its previous owners written inside – Martin Reiner.

Condition-wise, this Lintner flute is in good condition for its age. It has no visible cracks.   It plays at a=442 Hz and the sound is bright-coloured and elegant. It would be the perfect go-to instrument for playing Romantic repertoire, such as works by Friedrich KUHLAU (1786-1832) or Franz KROMMER (1759-1831).

Important note

This instrument contains ivory. A certificate for the legal sale of this instrument within the European Union is supplied when purchased.

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