Casoli - - Flute - Italy (No reserve price)

Historical Ebony Transverse Flute "Casoli Milano" – Simple System (Late 19th / Early 20th Century) Splendid and rare example of an antique transverse flute in the "Simple System" (Meyer style), made by the renowned Milanese workshop of Alfredo Casoli (Milan), the historic first flute of La Scala and a respected maker active around the late 19th century and early 20th century. The hot-stamped brand "Casoli Milano" is clearly engraved and legible on the wooden body. Technical specifications: • Maker: Alfredo Casoli (Milan, Italy) • Era: Circa 1895–1910 • System: Simple System with a rich set of keys (11/12 keys) • Materials: Entire body made of premium black ebony wood; keys, pivots, and reinforcing rings in original brass from the period with a beautiful historical patina. • Accessories: None (lot consisting exclusively of the 3 pieces of the instrument visible in the photo).

Estimate:£6.7

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