Musical InstrumentsAerophone-Blow Hole-nose flutemid 19th–early 20th century
Nose Flute is a aerophone-blow hole-nose flute of Malaysian (Semang?) origin created in mid 19th–early 20th century using bamboo — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bamboo |
| Classification | Aerophone-Blow Hole-nose flute |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | mid 19th–early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Malaysian (Semang?) culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1905.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Nose Flute?
Nose Flute is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Nose Flute created?
Nose Flute dates to mid 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Nose Flute made from?
Nose Flute is crafted from bamboo.
Is Nose Flute in the public domain?
Nose Flute 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