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Fife player, 1598
A man playing the fife, viewed from behind
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Media ID 7187701
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1500s 1598 1600s Behind Drum Elizabethan Feathered Fife Instrument Marching Piper Player Ruff Tudor Fifer Musical
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 23.7cm (7.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of a Fife player from the late 1500s or early 1600s, as depicted in this print from Mary Evans Prints Online. The man, dressed in the elaborate attire of the Elizabethan or Tudor era, turns his back to the viewer as he focuses intently on the music he creates. His hands deftly manipulate the fife, a woodwind instrument commonly used in military and ceremonial contexts during this period. The intricate ruff collar and cuffs of his shirt, as well as the voluminous, pleated doublet and hose, are characteristic of the opulent fashion of the time. A feathered hat sits atop his head, adding a touch of regality to his appearance. Behind him, a drummer, also dressed in military attire, can be seen marching in the distance. The contrast between the two musicians, with the fife player in a static, contemplative pose and the drummer in a dynamic, marching stance, highlights the different roles they played in the musical and military traditions of the era. The print's muted colors and intricate details transport us back to a time when music was an integral part of daily life, and the sound of the fife and drum could be heard on the battlefield and in the streets. This image offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship of the Elizabethan and Tudor eras.
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