Instruments Collection (page 6)

Handmade Musical Instruments, Chania, Crete, Greece

Artillery hike, San Antonio, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Artillery hike, San Antonio, between c1910 and c1915.

Pack horse used by U.S. Army Signal Corps, carrying chest of instruments for local outfit..., 1916
Pack horse used by U.S. Army Signal Corps, carrying chest of instruments for local outfit for wireless telegraph, 1916.

The Young Musicians, 1640. Creator: Antoine Le Nain
The Young Musicians, 1640. This type of painting of a group of children is frequent in the work of Antoine Le Nain. These small-format paintings depict children singing or playing

The Presentation of the Captain General's Baton to Antonio Moncada by the Queen Regent....1410
The Presentation of the Captain General's Baton to Antonio Moncada by the Queen Regent Blanca of Sicily in 1410, 1664

The Submission of the Sicilian Rebels to Antonio Moncada in 1411, 1663. Creators: David Teniers II, Jan van Kessel
The Submission of the Sicilian Rebels to Antonio Moncada in 1411, 1663. Antonio de Moncada, having defeated the rebels, represented by two kneeling men in the foreground

Piano moment
David Davidov

Vinyl love
Gigi Rosado

Spot, Gen Z
Jay Myrdal

chords of life
PacodlaCorte

José Manuel cruz

Still life with violin and flowers
Andrey Morozov

Female cellist
Eiji Yamamoto

19th century illustration showing a surgeon using an induction balance and earpiece with microphone to locate a bullet
5311498 19th century illustration showing a surgeon using an induction balance and earpiece with microphone to locate a bullet

19th century illustration showing a spectroscope, used by Sir William Huggins
5311497 19th century illustration showing a spectroscope, used by Sir William Huggins, (1824 - 1910); English astronomer best known for his pioneering work in astronomical spectroscopy together with

19th century illustration showing a spectroscope used by Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (1824 - 1887)
5311496 19th century illustration showing a spectroscope used by Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (1824 - 1887); German physicist who contributed to the fundamental understanding of electrical circuits

An illustration from Giuseppe Piazzi's catalogue of star positions, celebrating his discovery of the planetoid on 1
5311304 An illustration from Giuseppe Piazzi's catalogue of star positions, celebrating his discovery of the planetoid on 1 January 1801 which he named Ceres

Advertisement for violins. 1895 (print)
5672127 Advertisement for violins. 1895 (print); Universal History Archive/UIG

Jantar Mantar observatory (photo)
3731966 Jantar Mantar observatory (photo); (add.info.: Jantar Mantar, in New Delhi, India, consists of 13 architectural astronomy instruments)

Early Italian stringed instruments. 1: A kind of Hackbret, 2: Lute-shaped instrument strung to be played like a harp
528009 Early Italian stringed instruments. 1: A kind of Hackbret, 2: Lute-shaped instrument strung to be played like a harp, 3: Old Italian instrument played by plucking

Detail of a woodcut depicting a Japanese domestic scene with women playing musical instruments
528955 Detail of a woodcut depicting a Japanese domestic scene with women playing musical instruments. Circa 1809-1813 by Eizan Kikukawa (1787-1867).; Universal History Archive/UIG

Travelling musicians summoned to play
5615948 Travelling musicians summoned to play; (add.info.: Engraving depicting travelling musicians summoned to play before a medieval English King. Dated 15th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Drawing showing a ?helmsman of a French man-of-war, keeping the ship on its proper
5311176 Drawing showing a ?helmsman of a French man-of-war, keeping the ship on its proper ?course by referring to the compass mounted on a binnacle

Silhouette depicting musicians playing a variety of instruments
3118657 Silhouette depicting musicians playing a variety of instruments; (add.info.: Silhouette depicting musicians playing a variety of instruments)

Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard
3253056 Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard; (add.info.: Sebastien Erard, born Sebastian Erhard, 1752-1831. French instrument maker of German origin who specialised in the production of pianos)

Post Office telegraph headquarters, 1871
3480003 Post Office telegraph headquarters, 1871; (add.info.: Post Office telegraph headquarters; Telegraph Street; London: the batteries for operating the 395 instruments)

Dreaming own melody
Ruslan Bolgov

Advertisement for Banjos, guitars and citharas. 1895 (print)
5669552 Advertisement for Banjos, guitars and citharas. 1895 (print); Universal History Archive/UIG

Central Telegraph Establishment, 1874
3480043 Central Telegraph Establishment, 1874; (add.info.: Central Telegraph Establishment; London; showing various instruments in use, 1874.); Universal History Archive/UIG

18th Century Dentistry Set with case
3032593 18th Century Dentistry Set with case; Private Collection; (add.info.: 18th Century Dentistry Set with case- Benninghoff Foundation); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

Woodcut from Agricola's Musica Instrumentalis Deudsch (1529), showing range and fingering of shawm
3913602 Woodcut from Agricola's Musica Instrumentalis Deudsch (1529), showing range and fingering of shawm; (add.info.: Woodcut from Agricola's Musica Instrumentalis Deudsch (1529)

Perucssion Instruments. 1: Military drums, 2: Side drums, 3: Swiss pipes, 4: Anvil
528007 Perucssion Instruments. 1: Military drums, 2: Side drums, 3: Swiss pipes, 4: Anvil. Woodcut from Michael Praetorius Syntagma Musicum, 1615-1620.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Violins and related instruments. l and 2: Pocket Violins, 3: Treble Violin, 4: Standard Treble Violin, 5: Tenor Violin
528005 Violins and related instruments. l and 2: Pocket Violins, 3: Treble Violin, 4: Standard Treble Violin, 5: Tenor Violin, 6: Bass Viol, 7: Trumscheit, 8: Scheidtholst

His majesty was then deep in a problem. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875
2963127 His majesty was then deep in a problem. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Stringed Instruments. 1: Bandoer, 2: Penorcon, 3: Orpheoreon, forms of Cittern and played with a plectrum
528006 Stringed Instruments. 1: Bandoer, 2: Penorcon, 3: Orpheoreon, forms of Cittern and played with a plectrum. 4: Lyra da Gamba, bass form of the Lyra, played with a bow

Le Chirugien de Campagne ('The Country Surgeon'). 17th century (engraving after David Teniers showing)
540530 Le Chirugien de Campagne ('The Country Surgeon'). 17th century (engraving after David Teniers showing the interior of a barber-surgeon's premises); (add.info)

Two putti, one playing the cornamuse, the other playing the trumpet, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of
BEN85131 Two putti, one playing the cornamuse, the other playing the trumpet, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

Two putti, one playing the tabor, the other playing the nakers, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of
BEN85129 Two putti, one playing the tabor, the other playing the nakers, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

Two putti with metal percussion beaters, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti
BEN85128 Two putti with metal percussion beaters, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble); Tempio Malatestiano, Rimini

Two putti playing lutes, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti
BEN85126 Two putti playing lutes, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81), c.1450 (marble); Tempio Malatestiano, Rimini

Still life with violin and angel
Andrey Morozov

bass
Erkan Camlilar

singer
amir masoud arabshshi

Notes in the Forest
Dogan Kokdemir

Endless Melody
Ruslan Bolgov

The music man
Joshua msonthe

Fiddler
Leonardo Flores

Sunflower illustration time
Xuan Thai

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"Instruments: A Melodic Journey through Time and Art" Step into the vibrant world of instruments, where music transcends boundaries and captivates hearts. Buddy Rich's electrifying drumming performance in London, 1967, orchestrated by the mastermind Brian Foskett, echoes with rhythmic brilliance that still resonates today. Church bell ringers create a symphony in the sky, their harmonious chimes reaching heavenly heights. Inspired by Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, William McLaren's enchanting illustrations transport us to an era where minstrels strummed lutes and flutes filled castles with melodies. In a hidden corner of history lies "A Musical Club, " an enigmatic artwork whose artist remains unknown. Its depiction of musicians united in harmony reminds us that music is a universal language that unites souls across time. The Lotus Elan Sprint zooms through our imagination like a virtuoso violinist playing intricate notes on strings. Just as Steinway pianos mesmerize audiences with their rich tones, this advertisement beckons us to embrace the elegance and craftsmanship of these timeless instruments. Travel back to 1926 when ukulele songs charmed listeners worldwide. The sweet strums transported them to tropical shores while igniting joy within their hearts. Elvin Jones' magnetic presence behind his drum kit in 1968 showcases Brian Foskett's ability to capture musical legends at their peak. As majestic as Ferrari's iconic 250 GTO racing through Italy's winding roads is Giovanni Paolo Panini's masterpiece—a musical party hosted by Ca—where laughter intertwines with melodious conversations under opulent chandeliers. Tompion's lantern clock stands as both timekeeper and conductor—an instrument itself orchestrating life’s rhythm amidst its ticking hands. Joe Morello graces London with his percussive genius in 1968; another testament to Brian Foskett's ability to immortalize musical greatness.