Robert Deegan 'Flemish' Harpsichord 2002
This beautiful harpsichord by Robert Deegan was maintained by him until his recent retirement; it has since been cared for by Alex Temple, and is now offered in full playing order.
These notes are from the maker's brochure:
"A delightfully sweet, medium sized Flemish harpsichord with a bright, warm sound. The casework is of poplar, and the soundboard is of European spruce. All of the action is in traditional materials with a lime keyboard covered with bone naturals and black accidentals. The casework is painted in the Flemish manner with Latin mottoes to the insides of the lids, and traditional Flemish papers - printed by ourselves - are used to decorate the keywell and soundwell. The four-leg turned trestle stand is collapsible for ease of transport, and the instrument is strung traditionally, with iron and brass wire.
"Compass GG - e3, transposable, 2 x 8' registers. Buff.
Dimensions 2134 mm x 254 mm, weight approximately 46 kg."
The owner mentions that there is currently a slight warp in the lid which prevents complete closure.
Image below shows transposing block.
The harpsichord is in Lancaster; the price is £10,500.
Please contact Damian Howard damianhoward29@gmail.com
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