Dizi, Transverse Flute Fragment
1941.01.0010B
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Basic Information
Artifact Identification | Dizi, Transverse Flute Fragment (1941.01.0010B) |
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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) | 8.4 cm |
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Dimension 2 (Diameter) | 2.3 cm |
Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
Weight | 22 g |
Measuring Remarks | None |
Materials | Animal--Tooth--Ivory |
Manufacturing Processes | Carved |
Munsell Color Information | Yellowish White (10Y 8.5/2; 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 |