Rare Antique L. Charvet French 5 Keys Simple System Metal Cylinder Flute Irish
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:3778758 | Country/Region of Manufacture: France |
| Brand: L. Charvet | MPN: Does Not Apply |
| Skill Level: Professional | Body Material: Maillechort |
| UPC: Does not apply |
Rare Antique L. Charvet French 5 keys Simple System Metal Cylinder Flute
This rare flute is branded L. Charvet, Luthier, Fournisseur des Armées, Alger. She was handmade probably in Paris at the end of 19th century by François Sudre, which claimed a patent for this missing link between wooden simple system conical and metal Boehm system cylindrical flutes (please see the 1888 F. Sudre catalog pics below). These flutes are very sought after by traditional or Irish players, als...o by collectors. They are today very hard to find!
The headjoint alone produces a rich, deep and singing sound, typical from the French golden era, in the tradition established by Louis Lot and Auguste Bonneville with their Boehm metal flutes. Please admire the perfect oval cut of the embouchure!
Good original condition. Little dings and oxidation here and there. Will need new pads and springs. One key was resoldered in the past (please see pics).
Sounding length: 526 mm.
Full length: 591 mm
Plays at 440 Hz.
No case. No reserve auction! Happy bidding!
Don't miss the opportunity to buy this exceptional instrument, masterpiece of musical history! Very few remain on the market today : they are so cherished by professional musicians and sought after by collectors. Be sure it will be quite impossible to find another like this one, safely shipping from Europe and at this price!
Item is located in France. I ship anywhere in the world. The instrument can become misaligned slightly during transport. Thank you to provide some money for it to be adjusted according to taste by your servicer. Please look carefully at the pictures before bidding. Please feel free to ask any question. I speak English. I'm an eBay member since May 2001, specialized in french vintage wind instruments. Please look at my feedback to bid with confidence.
Item will be carefully packed and sent by Colissimo International with included insurance.
Shipping cost : European Union and Switzerland $39, rest of the world $59.
Payment by Paypal.
This rare flute is branded L. Charvet, Luthier, Fournisseur des Armées, Alger. She was handmade probably in Paris at the end of 19th century by François Sudre, which claimed a patent for this missing link between wooden simple system conical and metal Boehm system cylindrical flutes (please see the 1888 F. Sudre catalog pics below). These flutes are very sought after by traditional or Irish players, als...o by collectors. They are today very hard to find!
The headjoint alone produces a rich, deep and singing sound, typical from the French golden era, in the tradition established by Louis Lot and Auguste Bonneville with their Boehm metal flutes. Please admire the perfect oval cut of the embouchure!
Good original condition. Little dings and oxidation here and there. Will need new pads and springs. One key was resoldered in the past (please see pics).
Sounding length: 526 mm.
Full length: 591 mm
Plays at 440 Hz.
No case. No reserve auction! Happy bidding!
Don't miss the opportunity to buy this exceptional instrument, masterpiece of musical history! Very few remain on the market today : they are so cherished by professional musicians and sought after by collectors. Be sure it will be quite impossible to find another like this one, safely shipping from Europe and at this price!
Item is located in France. I ship anywhere in the world. The instrument can become misaligned slightly during transport. Thank you to provide some money for it to be adjusted according to taste by your servicer. Please look carefully at the pictures before bidding. Please feel free to ask any question. I speak English. I'm an eBay member since May 2001, specialized in french vintage wind instruments. Please look at my feedback to bid with confidence.
Item will be carefully packed and sent by Colissimo International with included insurance.
Shipping cost : European Union and Switzerland $39, rest of the world $59.
Payment by Paypal.
