InstrumentClavichord |
Instrument FamilyKeyboard |
MakerUnknown |
Date MadeCirca 1620 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Triple-fretted clavichord. Compass 45 notes, C₂/E₂ - C₆ [C/E - c''']. Double strung.
Pitched at A = 440Hz
The case is made of a rather soft wood (probably poplar), with a soundboard of coniferous wood. The bridge is curved and glued to the soundboard, and there is a small rose to its left. The outer case has been stained with a dark colour. |
NotesRodger Mirrey; Sheila Barnes, 2007. |
Measurements1080 |
ProvenancePurchased by the donor in 1966; formerly owned by R.R. Henshaw of Bradford-on-Avon; ex- Legge & Son, Cirencester; ex - Underwood.; Gift of Rodger and Lynne Mirrey, 2005. |
CollectionRodger Mirrey Collection; MIMEd |
Accession Number4486 |