Single flageolet – HASTRICK, Henry Thomas
850,00 €
| Category | Flageolets & recorders |
| Maker | HASTRICK, Henry Thomas |
| Marks and inscriptions | Windcap: HASTRICK / LATE / BAINBRIDGE / INVENTOR /LONDON / PATENT Head section: HASTRICK / LATE / BAINBRIDGE / 35 / HOLBORN / HILL / LONDON NEW / C / key / NEW PATENT PATENT C# Key |
| Period | 1830-1900 |
| Place of origin | London, England |
| Description | Single flageolet with five keys by Henry Thomas Hastrick |
| Materials | Cocuswood, nickel silver, ivory |
| Dimensions | Total length 494 mm Sounding length 340 mm Weight 279 g |
| Condition | Sold as is, for restoration |
| Price (€) | €850.00 |
| Ref | 1289 |
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Single flageolet – HASTRICK, Henry Thomas
This fine, single flageolet was made close to two centuries ago by the London-based maker Henry Thomas HASTRICK (1800?-1854).
It is made of cocuswood and has five nickel silver keys. The rings, spacing studs and beak are all made of ivory. The studs help the player to identify where the fingers should be positioned. The tone-holes are labelled with the note and a number to help learning to play the instrument.
show more The lowest note is a D with an extension down to C-sharp where the key is missing. However, the nominal pitch is A-flat. Everything about this instrument is original – even the windings and pads. It is in wonderful condition, but does need some attention in terms of the keys. The lowest key for C-sharp is missing. (Perhaps someone didn’t like Mr. Hastrick’s New C# key and got rid of it!) You can still reach the lowest note with your little finger if you don’t want to have a new key made. This single flageolet can be played using the windcap and beak or directly using the carved beak at the head joint. (We think the latter sounds louder.) It has a lovely sweet and bright sound. Henry Thomas Hastrick was apprentice to William BAINBRIDGE (1768/9-1830). When Bainbridge died in 1830, his widow Harriet continued with the business until it was officially taken over by Hastrick in 1835. This instrument can be dated to between 1837 and his death in 1854. Important note This instrument contains ivory. A certificate for the legal sale of this instrument within the European Union is supplied when purchased. show less
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