Description

The original of this harpsichord is the only surviving instrument by this renowned maker, now in a private collection in Belgium.  The Garnier organ-building family in Paris were known to have close connections with François Couperin who wrote a harpsichord piece entitled `Le Garnier'. It is therefore not surprising that the tone of the original instrument is exceptional.  Balanced throughout the compass, the clear treble enhances the round tenor sound and deep sonorous bass.  For those who are searching for a harpsichord which epitomises the finest in the French school this would be a wise choice.

Specifications:

Compass

Disposition

Dimensions

Keyboards

Casework
 

Stand

Musicdesk

GG - d3

2 x 8' ,  1 x 4',  Buff.
Shove coupler

Length  231cm,  Width  87cm,  Depth  28cm

Ebony naturals with arcaded fronts,  sharps in bone.

Lime (Linden), veeneered with pearwood and mahogany in panels.  The spine of beech.

A unique cross-leg trestle stand (demountable) in oak.

Pearwood to match casework.