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Positive organ or chamber organ from the era
Positive organ or chamber organ from the era of King Louis XIII.. 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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Alfredjameshipkins Angels Musicalinstruments Pipes Rareandunique Warrior Williamgibb
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1. Title: "Positive Organ and Chamber Organ from the Era of King Louis XIII: A Chromolithograph Illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins' Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique" 2.. This chromolithograph print, created by William Gibb for A.J. Hipkins' publication "Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique," published in Edinburgh in 1888, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and intricacy of musical instruments from the era of King Louis XIII. The image features both a Positive Organ and a Chamber Organ, two significant instruments of the time. The Positive Organ, located on the left side of the print, is a type of organ that uses only one set of pipes for both the melody and the accompaniment. Its distinctive design, with a large, ornate wooden case and an array of tin pipes, was popular during the Baroque period. The angels and warriors adorning the organ's exterior are common motifs in the decorative arts of the time, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. The Chamber Organ, on the right side of the print, is a smaller, portable organ, often used in private homes and churches. Its pipes are enclosed within a wooden case, making it more compact and easier to move than larger organs. The intricate details of the organ's pipes, keys, and pedals are beautifully rendered in the chromolithograph, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903), the English musicologist and author, compiled this collection of historical and rare musical instruments, providing a valuable record of their design and significance in music history. This print offers a unique perspective into the musical world of the past, allowing us to appreciate the artistry and innovation of the instruments of the era of King Louis XIII.
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