Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Day 1: Asian Arts, Sterling Silver & Jewelry

Fri, Nov 18, 2016 02:00PM EST - Sat, Nov 19, 2016 02:00PM EST
Lot 181

Five Woodwind Instruments

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
19th century: flute branded "Martin Freres, Paris", rosewood case, 26-1/2 in.; flute branded "Goulding D‘Almaine Potter & Co., Soho-Square, London", ivory rings, 26 in.; flute, unmarked, stained wood, ivory rings, 23-7/8 in.; flageolet, unmarked, probably English, stained wood, 15-1/2 in.; oboe musette, branded "Henry Gunkle, Paris", ivory rings, 14-1/2 in.; modern conductor‘s baton, 16 in., (six pieces). Notes: •This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object.. Provenance: Property from the Duke Family Collection

Condition

all appear to be in original condition with some losses, chips and scratches consistent with age and use