The Golden Age of Flemish Harpsichord Making - Pascale Vandervellen (ed.)
A Study of the MIM's Ruckers Instruments
KORTE INHOUD
Among the great names in the history of harpsichord making, that of the Ruckers is probably the most famous. This dynasty of makers, represented by four generations active in Antwerp between c.1580 and c.1680, exerted a predominant influence in Western Europe. Their harpsichords and virginals, synonyms of extraordinary workmanship, acquired a tremendous reputation that extended beyond European borders and lasted until well after their active period. The envy they inspired was such that it gave rise to larg
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2017Uitgever: Koninklijke Musea voor Kunst en Geschiedenis (KMKG)420 paginasTaal: EngelsISBN-10: 9090108386ISBN-13: 9789090108384Koop dit boek tweedehands
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Among the great names in the history of harpsichord making, that of the Ruckers is probably the most famous. This dynasty of makers, represented by four generations active in Antwerp between c.1580 and c.1680, exerted a predominant influence in Western Europe. Their harpsichords and virginals, synonyms of extraordinary workmanship, acquired a tremendous reputation that extended beyond European borders and lasted until well after their active period. The envy they inspired was such that it gave rise to large...
