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Double keyboard spinnet or virginal by Hans
Double keyboard spinnet or virginal by Hans Ruckers, circa 1580.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, Adam and Charles Black, Edinburgh, 1888. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903) was an English musicologist who specialized in the history of the pianoforte and other instruments
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1. Title: Double Keyboard Spinet or Virginal by Hans Ruckers (circa 1580) This chromolithograph depicts a Double Keyboard Spinet or Virginal, an exquisite musical instrument created by the renowned Flemish maker Hans Ruckers around 1580. The intricately detailed illustration, created by William Gibb, is taken from A.J. Hipkins' Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, published by Adam and Charles Black in Edinburgh in 1888. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903), an English musicologist, was the author of this comprehensive work. He dedicated his career to the history of the pianoforte and various other musical instruments. The Double Keyboard Spinet or Virginal by Hans Ruckers is one of the many rare and unique instruments featured in Hipkins' publication. The instrument, originally from Antwerp, boasts a painted lid adorned with scenes of Apollo and Marsyas, symbolizing the musical competition between the god of the sun and the satyr. The double keyboard layout, a distinctive feature of Ruckers' work, allowed the performer to play two independent melodies simultaneously, making it a popular choice for musical competitions during the Renaissance period. The Double Keyboard Spinet or Virginal by Hans Ruckers is a testament to the artistic and technological innovations of the late 16th century. This chromolithograph, with its vibrant colors and meticulous detail, offers a glimpse into the rich history of musical instruments and the masterful craftsmanship of Hans Ruckers.
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