Instruments Collection (#7)

Sunflower illustration time
Xuan Thai

Love Gifts
Xuan Thai

Two boys
5616516 Two boys; (add.info.: Illustration depicting two boys playing musical instruments. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1855); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Grand Theodolite, 1850
3480118 The Grand Theodolite, 1850; (add.info.: Diagram depicting the Grand Theodolite; a surveying instrument with a rotating telescope for measuring horizontal and vertical angles)

By means of this loadstone, the island is made to rise and fall. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa
2963126 By means of this loadstone, the island is made to rise and fall. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Vignette depicting astronomers and various instruments including an astrolabe and an armillary sphere
3359527 Vignette depicting astronomers and various instruments including an astrolabe and an armillary sphere; (add.info)

Coronation at Westminster of Henry IV (1367-1413), first Lancastrian king of England from 1399 son of John of Gaunt
531369 Coronation at Westminster of Henry IV (1367-1413), first Lancastrian king of England from 1399 son of John of Gaunt, known as Henry Bolingbroke from birthplace in Lincolnshire

Representation of musical instruments (organ and flute), with a chorus that sings alongside
529825 Representation of musical instruments (organ and flute), with a chorus that sings alongside. 16th century (German woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG

Adoration of 24 elders. 11th century (latin manuscript displayed at the British Museum, London)
534948 Adoration of 24 elders. 11th century (latin manuscript displayed at the British Museum, London); (add.info.: Christ in Majesty, surrounded by symbols of evangelists)

Shepherds with their flocks and dogs. Figure on left is holding bagpipes and, as well as crooks for handling the sheep
532670 Shepherds with their flocks and dogs. Figure on left is holding bagpipes and, as well as crooks for handling the sheep, there are woodwind instruments on the ground

A friendly power in Egypt, after the painting by W.C. Horsley
3083192 A friendly power in Egypt, after the painting by W.C. Horsley.; Private Collection; (add.info.: The 41st Welsh regiment marching through the Metwali gate in Cairo, Egypt in the 19th century)

Central Telegraph Establishment, 1850
3479991 Central Telegraph Establishment, 1850; (add.info.: Central Telegraph Establishment; London; showing various instruments in use)

King Rene, (1409-80) Duke of Anjou and Lorraine, King of Naples, Jerusalem and Sicily, and his musical court
536013 King Rene, (1409-80) Duke of Anjou and Lorraine, King of Naples, Jerusalem and Sicily, and his musical court. 15th century (chromolithograph after the manuscript, Breviary)

Various musical instruments. 1: Forms of Hurdy-Gurdy, also called Peasant Lyre, 2: Keyed violin, 3: Straw Violin
528008 Various musical instruments. 1: Forms of Hurdy-Gurdy, also called Peasant Lyre, 2: Keyed violin, 3: Straw Violin, 4: Hunting Horns, 5: Triangle, 6: Bells, 7: Tambourine or Moorish Drum

Two putti, one playing the harp and singing, the other playing the portative organ
BEN85130 Two putti, one playing the harp and singing, the other playing the portative organ, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

So it will be
Evgenii Novichikhin

A Landsturm Duet, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
A Landsturm Duet, 1914. Men playing stringed instruments by the railroad tracks during World War I

Implements and weapons of the Manganja and Ajawa tribes of the Zambesi Country, in Africa, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Implements and weapons of the Manganja and Ajawa tribes of the Zambesi Country, in Africa, 1864. Mr. Waghorn has...permitted us to make drawings of his collection of tools

The Shors demonstrate the main tools for cultivating the land (hoe - "abyl", harrow) and... 1913
The Shors demonstrate the main tools for cultivating the land (hoe - "abyl", harrow) and grain (hand winnower, mortar, millstone), 1913

The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: great meeting in favour of Prince Frederick... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: great meeting in favour of Prince Frederick at Elmshorn, Holstein, 1864....the great open-air meeting...was a scene of the greatest enthusiasm...there were 20

Field Mass, 30 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Field Mass, 30 May 1918. The military mass at the Battery, New York City, held in May 1918 during World War I

Mikhail Alekseevich Pavlov with the Members of a Symphony Orchestra, 1920s. Creator: Unknown
Mikhail Alekseevich Pavlov with the Members of a Symphony Orchestra, 1920s. Arseniev Primorsky Regional Unified Museum

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) active 150 AD Alexandrian Greek/Egyptian astronomer and geographer
532184 Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) active 150 AD Alexandrian Greek/Egyptian astronomer and geographer, using quadrant to measure altitude of Moon. Behind him stands Urania, Muse of Astronomy

the keyboard player
Piet Flour

It is both a blessing And a curse To feel everything So very deeply
Ruslan Bolgov

Feeling blue
Mieke Suharini

Still life with violin and picture
Andrey Morozov

The Pianist
Itzik Einhorn

Maria
Darren Ghoumrassi

Accordian Player
LARRY BUTTERWORTH

Musician
Rudolf Baranovic

Musician
Anna Niemiec

Every Soul is a Melody
Ruslan Bolgov

Still life with violin and rose
Andrey Morozov

When you play, never mind who listens to you
Ruslan Bolgov

Still life with violin and roses
Andrey Morozov

BHUTAN, PARO DZONG MONASTERY-83333
Raimondo Restelli

Slinging dreadlocks
Gerard Jonkman

Autumn Melody for Сat and violin
Eleonora Grigorjeva

Tricks
Jane Lyons

Livephotography
Kenji Nakamatsu

deep into music
Diana

The harmonica master
Rui Ribeiro

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Ksenia Sinyavina

Twang Thang
David Drake

Bluesbreaker
David Drake

The Road Warrior
David Drake

After Show
Sebastian Kisworo

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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.