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Clavichord
Dirk Stoop, c. 1650 - c. 1655
In the clavichord each string is struck by a small piece of metal called a tangent. Its touch-sensitive action allows great expressiveness in playing, although its small size and softness of sound make it unsuitable for large-scale public performance. Nevertheless, the clavichord was an ideal home practice instrument for keyboard players, especially organists, and a perfect tool for composers.
- Artwork typeclavichord, keyboard instrument, musical instrument, stringed instrument
- Object numberBK-NM-9487
- Dimensionsinstrument: height 10 cm x width 83 cm x depth 28 cm, lid: height 18 cm x width 73 cm
- Physical characteristicsebony, spruce, ivory, brass, iron; lid: oil on panel