Dizi, Transverse Flute
1941.01.0010A
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Dizi, Transverse Flute (1941.01.0010A) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | Late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), 1850 – 1911 CE |
| Culture | Chinese |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Length) | 59.2 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Diameter) | 2.1 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 78 g |
| Measuring Remarks | None |
| Materials | Plant--Bamboo, Animal--Tooth--Ivory, Textile--Silk |
| Manufacturing Processes | Carved |
| Munsell Color Information | (10Y 8.5/2 ) -ns Yellowish White; Brownish Gray ( 10YR 4/2) -ns |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | This transverse flute called a titzo is used in theatrical, funeral, and wedding music. Its tube is wrapped with bands of waxed silk, and it is often adorned with silk tassels. |
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| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | Gift of School of Music, UIUC |
| Reproduction | no |
| Reproduction Information | N/A |