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The Golden Age of Flemish Harpsicord Making - A Study of MIM's Ruckers Instruments (Paperback)
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The Golden Age of Flemish Harpsicord Making - A Study of MIM's Ruckers Instruments (Paperback)
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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-scale
counterfeiting, probably the most significant in the field of
instrument making up to then. The MIM, the Musical Instruments
Museum, Brussels, owns eighteen instruments considered at the time
of their acquisition to be Ruckers. Given the considerable
patrimonial interest of this collection, a project centred on its
conservation, study, restoration and enhancement was set up. The
present publication sums up this fascinating research and sheds new
light on this outstanding heritage.
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