Vaudry copy - - Harpsichord - Germany - 1986

**French Vaudry-copy harpsichord – artisanal construction, 1986** Elegant French harpsichord, **copy of a Vaudry instrument**, built entirely by hand in 1986 by a German harpsichord maker active at the time in Italy. The instrument is of **artisanal construction and not from a kit**, made piece by piece according to traditional criteria. **Main features:** * Single manual * Two 8' stops/registers * Intact soundboard * Case and tail free from deformities * Excellent tuning stability * Complete with a carrying case The harpsichord is in **excellent preservation condition**. The remarkable tuning stability testifies to the quality of construction and materials used. The instrument was purchased in 2012 by **Maestro Ettore del Romano of the Conservatorio dell’Aquila**, who also used it for concert activity. Video material related to the instrument is available. The current owner is a university professor who also professionally works in **restoration, study and attribution of keyboard instruments with plucked strings** and has collaborated with **Grant O’Brien** in the restoration of historic instruments. An instrument of particular interest for musicians, collectors and enthusiasts seeking a high-quality artisanal harpsichord with documentable provenance and in excellent condition. Complete with the related **carrying case**.

Estimate:£6,948.64

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