Wind Instrument Collection

Illustration, jazz band, six men wearing bow ties and waistcoats playing trumpet, trombone, drums, clarinet, banjo and double bass, front view

Traditional hand painted colourful didgeridoos, Australia

Henry I, Count of Anhalt (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
Henry I, Count of Anhalt (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Artist: George Frederick Watts
The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Painting held at the Tate, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Portrait of Captain Marshall Roberts, Master of the Fox Hounds, 1926 (oil on canvas)
657942 Portrait of Captain Marshall Roberts, Master of the Fox Hounds, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Orpen, William (1878-1931); 124.5x90.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

"Horn Blower". Young soldier with pack and instruments. (c1850s). Creator: Fritz von Dardel
"Horn Blower". Young soldier with pack and instruments. (c1850s)

Calling a moose-Cree, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Calling a moose-Cree, c1927. Cree man in woods blowing horn

Gusinoozersk Datsan Khamba Lama (abbot (1)), lamas and lama musicians... 1880-1889. Creator: Peter Adamovich Milevskiy
Gusinoozersk Datsan Khamba Lama (abbot (1)), lamas and lama musicians. During the service, Khamba Lama holds a honkho in his hands, that is, a bell and a vachir (2)

Lima Music Choir, Britt Edvin, Emil Samuelsson, Leonard Hansson, Mill- Johan Olsson.... 1917. Creator: Leonard Hansson
Lima Music Choir, Britt Edvin, Emil Samuelsson, Leonard Hansson, Mill- Johan Olsson, Viktor Majanis, Tomt E. Olsson, Emil Hansson, Gottfrid Karelius, Olle Karelius

Carroll Levis, (58) the Canadian Talent Spotter and Star Maker pictured here at The Davenport Theatre, Stockport, holding the first auditions of a nationwide hunt for the new talent

Horn blowers in the French Alps, Doran, Haute-Savoie, France, Europe

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]

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortunae) from Carmina Burana, ca 1230. Artist: Anonymous
The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortunae) from Carmina Burana, ca 1230. Found in the collection of the Bayerische Staatsbibliothek, Munich

May from Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry ('The Very Rich Hours of the Duke of Berry)
3913557 May from Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry ('The Very Rich Hours of the Duke of Berry, 15th century prayerbook)

The Roman Empire - sacrifice to the Gods (print)
3794120 The Roman Empire - sacrifice to the Gods (print) by Williamson, J. (fl.1850-1919); (add.info.: The Roman Empire - a sacrifice to the gods Romans, toga, togas, ram, rams, wreath, oracle)

The End of Mankind. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
The End of Mankind

Slide Trombone, 1895. Creator: Unknown
Slide Trombone, 1895. From " The Musical Educator Vol. 4" edited by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [Caxton Publishing Company, Limited, London, 1895]

B? Bass Clarinet, 1895. Creator: Unknown
B? Bass Clarinet, 1895. From " The Musical Educator Vol. 4" edited by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [Caxton Publishing Company, Limited, London, 1895]

The Genius, 1885 (oil on canvas)
3367031 The Genius, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Decker, Joseph (1853-1924); 59.4x46.2 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; American, out of copyright

Illustration from the codex of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, c. 1280. Found in the Collection of Monasterio de El Escorial

Duke John I of Brabant (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
Duke John I of Brabant (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

A mute trumpet is pictured at Garibaldi square in Mexico City, Mexico April 4, 2018. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido

Plate 33: Armorial trophy on a Tuscan column, surrounded by allegorical figures and cherub... 1636
Plate 33: Armorial trophy on a Tuscan column, surrounded by allegorical figures and cherubs bearing the armorial shields of Ferdinand; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi

Allegory of the Triumph of the Netherlands over Spain, 1600. Creator: Jan Saenredam
Allegory of the Triumph of the Netherlands over Spain, 1600

Allegory of the Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602 Creator: Jan Saenredam
Allegory of the Flourishing State of the United Provinces, 1602

The Mountain and the Star Fall into the Sea, illustration from the Apocalypsis Sancti... 1460-1470. Creator: Anon
The Mountain and the Star Fall into the Sea, illustration from the Apocalypsis Sancti Johannis, block book, 4th edition, 1460-1470

Trade Card for Cond & Co. Manufacturing Stationers and Art Printers, 19th century. 19th century. Creator: Anon
Trade Card for Cond & Co. Manufacturing Stationers and Art Printers, 19th century

Concerto Spirituale, March 23, 1773. Creator: James Bretherton
Concerto Spirituale, March 23, 1773

Three-Panel Screen (reverse), c. 1916-17 (oil and gold leaf on gessoed wood)
1767396 Three-Panel Screen (reverse), c.1916-17 (oil and gold leaf on gessoed wood) by Prendergast, Charles (1863-1948); 190.5x69.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Three-Panel Screen (reverse)

Mending the Net, 1871 (oil on canvas)
658304 Mending the Net, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Midwood, William Henry (1833-88); 71x91.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mending the Net. William Henry Midwood (fl.1867-1875). Oil on canvas

Concert, 1919-21 (pochoir print)
781142 Concert, 1919-21 (pochoir print) by Brunelleschi, Umberto (1879-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from La Guirlande: album mensuel d art et de litterature (The Garland)

Dancing figures on a terrace, 1911 (oil on canvas)
1194924 Dancing figures on a terrace, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); 36x23 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

La Fontaines Fables - Ass and the Little Dog
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Ass and the Little Dog

La Fontaines Fables - Fish and the Shepherd
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Fish and the Shepherd who played on the Clarionet

Red Squirrel holding a accordion Date: 28-07-2021

Red Squirrels holding a accordion Date: 28-07-2021

The Bagpiper
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing a Bagpiper, c.1514

Cherubs
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing three cherubs, c.1501

Flower Vase, Sevres, 1759. Creators: Sevres Porcelain Manufactory
Flower Vase, Sevres, 1759

Horn, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Horn, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Late 19th-early 20th century

The Flageolet Player, 1635 / 40. Creator: David Teniers II
The Flageolet Player, 1635/40

Street Musicians Standing, c. 1855, printed 1982. Creator: Charles Negre
Street Musicians Standing, c. 1855, printed 1982. Photogravure, from the portfolio " Charles Negre: treize heliogravures", 1854-1857" (1982)

The Battle of Zama, after 1567. Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Zama, after 1567. [The Battle of Zama was fought in 202 BC near Zama, (in present-day Tunisia). The Carthaginians led by Hannibal were defeated by the Roman army under Publius Cornelius

Armchair, England, c. 1885. Creator: Arthur Heygate Mackmurdo
Armchair, England, c. 1885

Baritone Horn, c. 1938. Creator: Edward L Loper
Baritone Horn, c. 1938

A pop-up card a winged cherub playing a flute under a heart shaped arch of forget-me-nots
1765070 A pop-up card a winged cherub playing a flute under a heart shaped arch of forget-me-nots (chromolithograph on card) by English School

A late 17th century Safavid Persia cuerda seca pottery tile depicting a man playing a
1766423 A late 17th century Safavid Persia cuerda seca pottery tile depicting a man playing a flute in a turban (ceramic) by Persian School

Violin and Clarinet, 1921 (oil on canvas)
988686 Violin and Clarinet, 1921 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 37x60.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Violin and Clarinet; Violon et Clarinette. Juan Gris (1887-1927)

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"Exploring the Melodies of Wind: A Journey through Time and Culture" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of wind instruments, where vibrant traditions and captivating sounds intertwine. From the heartland of Australia, traditional hand-painted didgeridoos bring to life ancient stories and rhythms that have echoed through generations. Travel back in time to medieval Europe with Henry I, Count of Anhalt, as he elegantly plays his wind instrument from the Codex Manesse. The intricate artwork showcases not only musical prowess but also a glimpse into a bygone era. Enter the realm of imagination with George Frederick Watts' masterpiece "The Dweller in the Innermost. " This ethereal painting captures the essence of music's power to transport us beyond reality, evoking emotions that words alone cannot express. In an illustration reminiscent of jazz's golden age, six dapper men donning bow ties and waistcoats take center stage. Their trumpets, trombones, drums, clarinets, banjos, and double basses unite to create a harmonious symphony that makes hearts soar. Step into history with Captain Marshall Roberts as he poses majestically for his portrait. Masterfully painted on canvas in 1926, this depiction pays homage to both his esteemed position as Master of Fox Hounds and his love for wind instruments which accompany huntsmen on their exhilarating pursuits. Johann Georg Platzer's exquisite artwork transports us further into classical realms as we admire a quartet composed of flute, lute cello, and violin. These timeless instruments continue to captivate audiences worldwide with their eloquent melodies. Witness fate spinning its wheel in Carmina Burana's iconic "The Wheel of Fortune. " Created around 1230 AD, this anonymous masterpiece reminds us that even amidst uncertainty, winds can carry our hopes, dreams, and desires towards unforeseen destinations.