A Rare Naval Connection Silver Mounted Flute

A rare early 19th century rosewood flute with early naval interest made by Monzani and Co, Regent St. Piccadilly London. This high quality instrument was made by a top London maker in rosewood with carved fluted decoration. All of the key fittings are in silver marked London 1823/4 -1824/5. It was made for George William Rabett. His name and crest is silver mounted on the flute and also the original mahogany and brass mounted fitted box with key and working lock and to include an extra mouth piece circa 1825. Included is a leather bound book from his private library. George William Rabett was a naval sailor who rose through the ranks to Commander. He was born in 1795 and died in 1858.

The flute measures 72.5 cm long

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

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