Musical InstrumentsAerophone-Whistle Flute-flageolet20th centuryAlgoja? is a aerophone-whistle flute-flageolet of possibly Indian origin created in 20th century using cane measuring L. 44 cm (17-3/8 in.); Diam. 2.7 cm (1 in.) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cane |
| Dimensions | L. 44 cm (17-3/8 in.); Diam. 2.7 cm (1 in.) |
| Classification | Aerophone-Whistle Flute-flageolet |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | Gift of Samuel and Luise Scripps, 1986 |
| Date | 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the possibly Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1901 – 2000.
Geography
Origin: India?. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Algoja??
Algoja? is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Algoja? created?
Algoja? dates to 20th century.
What material is Algoja? made from?
Algoja? is crafted from cane.
Where does Algoja? originate?
Algoja? originates from India? (possibly Indian culture).
Is Algoja? in the public domain?
Algoja? is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026