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Harpsichord by Kirkman, J
Maker:
Kirkman
Number of manuals:
Two
Year:
1761
Museum:
Sigal Museum
Date Range
1750-1800
Current Location:
North America
Material:
Painter:
Pedals:
Catalogue Number:
BMO-955
Origin:
England
Type:
Harpsichord
According to Sheridan Germann, “No more magnificent British harpsichord survives than this 1761 Jacob Kirkman, which was formerly Queen Charlotte’s (the wedding present from King George III)…” This instrument is said to have been played by the nine-year-old Mozart for the royal family at Buckingham House in 1764.
The name Kirkman had many different spellings. For ease of search, this website is using one spelling. For precise spelling on this instrument please consult the location.
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