Silver Flute
AssociationAssociated with
Penitentes (Hispanic New Mexico)
Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, founded 19th century
Dateca. 1850
Mediummetal
Dimensions11 3/4 × 1/2 in. (29.8 × 1.3 cm)
ClassificationsMusical Instruments
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Tom Lyons
Object numberPC1976.14.10
DescriptionThis monochrome silver flute features three finger holes and a triangular-shaped mouthpiece. Widely used by professionals and non-professionals, the flute gained significant notoriety during the nineteenth century due to its accessibility, affordability, and transportability.On View
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