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Harpsichord by Jacquet, C
Maker:
Jacquet, C
Number of manuals:
Year:
1652
Museum:
Ringling Museum
Date Range
1650-1700
Current Location:
North America
Material:
Painter:
Pedals:
Catalogue Number:
BMO-850
Origin:
France
Type:
Harpsichord
It is thought to be the oldest surviving French harpsichord in the world.
The instrument, which is elaborately decorated and features a hand-painted lid depicting the myth of Apollo and Daphne, is currently on display in Gallery 15 (dedicated to the French Rococo period). It is preserved as a decorative display piece rather than a functional instrument
Photo Credit: Daderot Wikicommons
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