Ebonite, conical bore, Radcliff system flute with silver keywork, signed "(crown) / RUDALL / CARTE & CO / 20 CHARING CROSS / LONDON / 6602 / Radcliff's Model" made in 1871. Length 64.3cm. In old, leather covered, probably Rudall Carte, case.
This would appear to be one of the earliest Radcliff model flutes. Needs overhaul to be playable. Case in poor condition internally.
Price £1300.00
Instrument #495
References
Illustrated in "Rudall, Rose & Carte, The Art of the Flute in Britain" 2011 by Robert Bigio. Page 242