Djalma Julliot Flute / Djalma Julliot Flute part (Main Section- silver plated)

A somewhat later Djalma Julliot flute from around 1950.

It is playable but could be even better by replacing just a 

few pads. Readjusting won't be that much of a problem

as for this flute has small adjustment screws.

In its' original case and a lot of people are stating 

that it can't be made by Mr. Julliot himself. That's

correct but he already sold his shop at an early age 

so most flutes haven't been made by him. The 

headjoint has a quality of its' own. That real 

creamy French tone! Clement Masson already

took over business in 1911!

By clicking on this picture you can already take a 

look at the inscription. And the factory number.

Born into a family of musical instrument key makers, Djalma Julliot 
(1858-1921) was a specialist of the transverse flute who was very
well known in the 19th century. When he started working under his 
own name in 1894, he decided to expand the family tradition of 
making keys for musical instruments, by starting with instruments 
production. He chose to produce metal flutes.

The unaltered headcount which can be used on other 

flutes as well of course. After a subtle cleaning.

Typical for his flutes is the hole at the end of the middle 

section. As the joint is longer now the tailpiece has more

stability now. It was one of his numerous inventions.

As you can see there is no wear on the keys. I've also 

controlled this flute regarding play on the axes which

requires a more intensively overhaul. No such thing

on this flute.

These pictures have been taken before a subtle cleaning.

Of course, this could be a flute for collectors but why?

This instrument still has a lot to offer.

The cleaned tailpiece.

I will try to show you the condition of the pads 

and therefore I've disassembled this piece. By

clicking on the picture you are able to enlarge

the details.

Not the drawn but soldered toneholes are visible here

Here a view on the pads of the middle section

And on another spot here as well.

Inventive and innovative by nature, he filed numerous patents 
for various production techniques, and the era's top flautists like 
Paul Taffanel (1844-1908) and Philippe Gaubert (1879-1941) 
specifically sought out his instruments for their fine balance and 
meticulous finish. In 1911, at the age of just 53, he sold his 
business to Clément Masson (circa 1880-1956), Trotte (?-?) and
Eugène Lorée (?-?). The brand ceased operations in 1956.

Some interesting information can be found on a website by
clicking on this link:

https://artsandculture.google.com/story/the-musical-instrument-makers-of-la-couture-boussey-musee-des-instruments-a-vent/PwWheK1Y95yELw?hl=en

Djalma Julliot Flute part (Main Section- silver plated)

This flute part can be bought for many rasons:

Someone who has other parts here and there. 

Maybe the restoration of another French flute.

This main section bears number 133#.

You can click on any picture to get it enlarged.

Some opportunity for a close inspection...

The keys that are still there.

And of course the nice engraving the way the 

Djalma Julliot company did in the past.