Harpsichord 1627

andreasiruckers

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This harpsichord, built by Andreas Ruckers in 1627, is a beautiful example of a 17th century musical instrument. The instrument features a dark green paint finish and an ornate wooden stand. The inscription on the top of the instrument reads, "Sic transit gloria mundi," which translates to "Thus passes the glory of the world," a reminder of the fleeting nature of earthly things. Ruckers, born in 1579 and known for his expertise in harpsichord construction, crafted this instrument with fine attention to detail. The stand is a testament to the craftsmanship of the era, with intricately carved details that further enhance the aesthetic appeal of the harpsichord.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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This exceptionally small harpsichord sounds a fifth above normal pitch and is the only one of its kind to have survived. The Flemish Ruckers family, perhaps the most famous harpsichord makers of all time, produced instruments richly ornamented with paintings as well as with simpler printed paper decoration, like the one here. The soundboard is painted with floral and bird motifs in tempera.