Alexander Buchner Collection

Flute, lute, cello and violin; Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761), 1948. Artist
Flute, lute, cello and violin; Johann Georg Platzer (1704-1761), 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Chinese lute p i-p a, moon guitar yue-chin and table zither tchin; detail of a painting on silk of the Ming dynasty (1330-1644). 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr

A bagpiper;Joza Uprka (1861-1940), 1948. Artist: Joza Uprka
A bagpiper; Joza Uprka (1861-1940), 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Lutes and violin; unknown Italian painter of the seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Lute; unknown painter of the seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Double-pedal harp made by Erard Freres, Paris, mid-nineteenth century, 1948
Double-pedal harp made by Erard Fre res, Paris, mid-nineteenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Small drums, fiddle, horn, triangle lute and bagpipes; Olomouc Bible, 1417, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Soprano recorders and bagpipes; Brussels gobelin designed by Jacobus Jordaens, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

A set of percussion instruments (drums and cymbals) of Czechslovak manufacture, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Hooked harp and barrel-organ. Types of Prague musicians, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Transverse flute, xylophone, viola and violin; unknown Czech painter of the second half of the seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner

Glass harmonicas and keyboard chimes; engraving from the first half of the nineteenth century, on a poster advertising the Czech performers, Mr. and Mrs. Mas ek, 1948

Czech glass harmonica from the first half of the nineteenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Musicians from Hroznova Lhota: clarinet, violin and double bass. (1861-1940), 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Violin; Nicola Amati, Cremona; seventeenth century, 1948. Artist: Johann Georg Platzer
Violin; Nicola Amati, Cremona; seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Dulcimer (tympanum), French engraving of the seventeenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Seventeenth century dulcimer from H. Boddingtons collection, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Pedal harp with hook action; coloured engraving from the end of the eighteenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Slovak fuyara, bagpipes and pipe. Sketch for sgraffito work on the bridge in Piest any
Slovak fuyara, bagpipes and pipe. Sketch for sgraffito work on the bridge in Pies t any, by State Prize laureate Martin Benko, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr

Trumscheit (tromba marina); engraving from F. Bonannis book Cabinetto armonico, Rome, 1722, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Oliphants and crots; Scriptum super apocalypsim, from the end of the fourteenth century. 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Egyptian arched harp, lute, double oboe and lyre; tomb painting in Veset (Thebes) c.1420-1411 B.C, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner

Drum and wind instruments of the tribe of Baniva Indians, Venezuela. 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Bukal; eighteenth century French engraving, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Harmonica made by Joseph Kebrdle, Horovice, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Trumpets, kettle-drum, violin, shawm, lute and viola da gamba, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Eighteenth century harpsichord, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Flute, violin and chitarrone (George Frederick Handel as a young musician in Hamburg); eighteenth century French engraving, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner

Lute, violin and black (curved) zink; Italian engraving of the year 1784, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

Lute: Krumlov chrestomathy of the beginning of the fifteenth century, 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

56 Indian bow instrument, tayuc. 1948. From Musical Instruments Through the Ages, by Dr. Alexander Buchner. [Spring Books, London, 1948]

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Alexander Buchner was a renowned artist who captured the beauty and diversity of musical instruments through his captivating paintings. In one of his works, he depicted a mesmerizing scene featuring a collection of classical instruments such as the flute, lute, cello, and violin. The intricate details showcased in this painting were reminiscent of Johann Georg Platzer's masterpieces from the 18th century. Another masterpiece by Buchner portrayed a bagpiper in all his glory. The vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes brought to life the energy and passion emanating from the musician. This artwork was reminiscent of Joza Uprka's style, an artist known for capturing cultural traditions with great finesse. Buchner also explored historical Italian artistry by showcasing lutes and violins painted by an unknown Italian painter from the 17th century. These delicate instruments seemed to whisper tales of ancient melodies that had enchanted audiences throughout history. In another intriguing piece, Buchner focused on a single lute crafted by an anonymous painter from the same era. The attention to detail in depicting every curve and string revealed Buchner's deep appreciation for both music and visual aesthetics. One particularly striking painting featured a double-pedal harp made by Erard Freres in mid-19th century Paris. Its elegant design exuded sophistication while evoking memories of enchanting symphonies performed long ago. Buchner also drew inspiration from historical manuscripts like the Olomouc Bible dating back to 1417. He skillfully portrayed small drums, fiddles, horns, triangle lutes, and bagpipes that once filled medieval streets with lively tunes. The Brussels gobelin designed by Jacobus Jordaens caught Buchner's eye as well; it depicted soprano recorders harmoniously blending with bagpipes against an elaborate tapestry backdrop—a true celebration of music's universal language transcending time and place.