A finely crafted unfretted clavichord after Gottfried Silbermann, one of the most influential German makers of the 18th century, whose instruments shaped the musical world of his time.
Unlike the fretted clavichord, the unfretted design allows complete independence of each note, offering full flexibility in tuning and making it particularly suited to the exploration of historical temperaments.
The sound is clear, articulate and remarkably expressive, combining precision with a singing quality that responds immediately to the player’s touch, allowing subtle control and refined dynamic nuance.
The case is made of beautifully figured cherrywood, while the instrument is enriched by a finely hand-carved parchment rose, executed in the traditional manner of the original models.
The keyboard features elegant Italian olivewood naturals, offering a distinctive visual character and a refined tactile experience.
Preserved in as-new condition, the instrument presents itself in an exceptionally fresh and responsive state.
* Compass: FF–f³ (61 keys), unfretted
* Condition: as new
* Available for immediate delivery
* Worldwide shipping can be arranged
Further details and pricing available on request.
I would be pleased to discuss the instrument together.
A finely crafted fretted clavichord inspired by the late 18th-century German tradition.
An instrument of remarkable intimacy, where the sound is shaped directly by the player’s touch, offering a level of expressive control that only the clavichord can provide.
The case is made of beautifully figured cherrywood, a material not only visually striking but also appreciated for its acoustic qualities, contributing to a light and intimate sound, remarkably sensitive to touch, where every nuance is shaped directly by the player’s fingers.
The keyboard features ebony naturals and particularly elegant accidentals, constructed in a refined sandwich of maple and ebony, giving both visual lightness and tactile clarity.
Preserved in as-new condition, the instrument offers the rare opportunity to experience a clavichord of this kind in an exceptionally fresh and responsive state.
* Compass: C–g³ (56 keys), fretted
* Condition: as new
* Available for immediate delivery.
* Worldwide shipping can be arranged.
Further details and pricing available on request.
I would be pleased to discuss the instrument together.
A finely crafted harpsichord after Christian Zell, one of the most important makers of the Hamburg school.
A rare opportunity to acquire an instrument of this kind in such condition.
Zell’s instruments are renowned for their powerful and colourful sound, combining a strong, dark bass with a brilliant and singing upper register, and for their unmistakable visual presence.
The disposition of two 8’ registers and a 4’ stop offers a rich and structured tonal palette, with depth, clarity and natural projection.
The instrument stands out for its refined decorative character, with an elegant painted case, richly detailed side panels and a set of finely hand-carved legs, faithfully copied from the original models and connected by a shaped underframe.
The keyboard features bone naturals and ebony accidentals, with front panels enriched by finely executed inlays in bois de rose, bone and ebony, after the original model.
A matching bench, decorated in the same style, completes the ensemble.
Preserved in excellent condition, with a strong and stable structure, the instrument presents itself in a highly responsive and musically compelling state.
* Compass: FF–f³ (61 keys)
* Disposition: 2 × 8’ + 4’
* Pitch: 415 / 440 Hz
* Condition: excellent
* Available for immediate delivery
* Worldwide shipping can be arranged
Further details and pricing available on request.
I would be pleased to discuss the instrument together.