Claviorganum 1598

Lorenz Hauslaib's Claviorganum, crafted in 1598, is a remarkable example of a portable keyboard instrument combining features of a clavichord and an organ. This hybrid instrument, with its intricate black and gold finish, features multiple drawers, doors, and a central panel decorated with a gilded image. It reveals the ingenuity of Renaissance instrument makers who sought to merge musical traditions and create versatile instruments for both private and public performances. This Claviorganum, now residing in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, continues to captivate audiences with its unique sound and masterful craftsmanship.