Marigaux
s/n 1286
A Bargain French Flute
Marigaux serial #1286. Silver
plated, French open hole model, drawn tone holes, pointed arms, offset G, no
adjustment screw, C-foot, Bb shake, .015" tubing, blue steel springs, modern
style pad retainers, felt pads, A=440.
Marigaux was a member of SML
(Strasser, Marigaux, Lemaire), founded in 1935. They gained renown for
acquiring Louis Lot in 1951. Jules Marigaux was born in 1883 and received
training at Buffet-Crampon where his father was "premier ouvrier"
(foreman). Presently, Marigaux continues to thrive as a highly regarded oboe
manufacturer.
Marigaux #1286 is a very
special flute. It is very light and has a big, beautiful, and clear voice, very
vibrant. The pads are quite old, but the flute is still playing well down to
the low D. The C and C# pads would need to be replaced in order to play the
full range. The mechanism is in fair condition for casual playing. The
headjoint ring was moved up 1/8" and the tenon was probably shortened by
the same amount. There is much tarnish, but the plating is very good. It comes
in the original French case in well-used condition.
Maker's marks on headjoint and body. Serial number on body only.
MARK: MARIGAUX/SML/ PARIS/BREVETÉ/1286
The embouchure hole measures 10.3 x 12 mm.
Sounding length is 597 mm.
Headjoint length is 8-3/4”.
The flute weighs 377 grams.
Please see detailed photos below.
Price is $1,000 USD, $45 shipping within USA.
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