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Double-manual harpsichord

Francis Coston, 1725

The quality of painting on the soundboard, a richly decorative arrangement of flowers, birds and foliage, makes the instrument a fine example of a British decorated harpsichord. It is almost certain that Handel knew Coston, and played on his instruments, a rare connection between Handel and a contemporary harpsichord maker, and one which gives this instrument even greater musicological and musical interest.

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Title of artwork, date

Double-manual harpsichord, 1725

Date supported

1992

Dimensions

91 x 238 x 88 cm

Grant

12500

Total cost

50000

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