Flute & corps de rechange

During the 18th century, the length of flutes extended and more keys were added to the instrument. The pitch of the instrument was not standardised, and it was common to have interchangeable upper bodies - corps de rechange - to permit the flute to be tuned to different standards. 
Object no :
RI_DC_0000685 & RI_DC_0000666
Collection :
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
England
Dimensions :
Sounding length: approx. 559mm
Materials :
NA
Location :
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