Flageolet 1830 - 1840

black and white format

charcoal drawing

sculptural image

b w

charcoal art

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

black and white

mid-section and head portrait

men

musical-instrument

charcoal

"Flageolet" is a wooden musical instrument created by English maker John Simpson between 1830 and 1840. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City holds the flageolet in their collection. This type of flute is known for its simple design, with a cylindrical body, six finger holes, and a single thumb hole. Its distinctive bulbous head adds a unique visual element to the instrument. The flageolet's construction suggests it was intended for amateur musicians, contributing to the instrument's popularity during the 19th century.