Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Musical Instrument Collection (page 4)

From timeless classics to cultural treasures, musical instruments have the power to transport us through time and space

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior, (oil on canvas)

A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior, (oil on canvas)
651510 A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior, (oil on canvas) by Madrazo y Garreta, Raimundo de (1841-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lady Playing the Piano in an Interior)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Ancient Greek musical instrument: Lyre and Cithara (cithare) (kithara

Ancient Greek musical instrument: Lyre and Cithara (cithare) (kithara
XEE4155442 Ancient Greek musical instrument: Lyre and Cithara (cithare) (kithara) - engraving from " Usi e Costumi di Tutti i Popoli dell Universo

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Steve Marriott, (30 January 1947 - 20 April 1991) singer

Steve Marriott, (30 January 1947 - 20 April 1991) singer, songwriter and member of the 1960s band The Small Faces and the 1970s super group Humble Pie, pictured in November 1989

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Jamie Oliver, television chef pictured in London in June 1999

Jamie Oliver, television chef pictured in London in June 1999. Jamie is pictured with the rest of his band Scarlet Division

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Double Bass Player

Double Bass Player
circa 1908: Edwardian gentleman with his double bass. (Photo by W. & D. Downey/Getty Images)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Orchestrion (1862) by Michael Welte (VAohrenbach, Germany), published in 1877

Orchestrion (1862) by Michael Welte (VAohrenbach, Germany), published in 1877
Orchestrion by Michael Welte (VAohrenbach, Germany) during the World Exhibition London in 1862. Woodcut engraving, published in 1877

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Wurlitzer organ NWC01_01_2837

Wurlitzer organ NWC01_01_2837
Mecca Bingo Club, Kilburn High Road, Kilburn, Brent, Greater London. The Wurlitzer organ console in the auditorium of the Mecca Bingo Club. The Gaumont State Theatre was opened in 1937

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Indonesia, Bali, Ubud village, gold painted wood carving of xylophone

Indonesia, Bali, Ubud village, gold painted wood carving of xylophone

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Safeer strikes a dhol, an Indian musical instrument, as he practises in his room in

Safeer strikes a dhol, an Indian musical instrument, as he practises in his room in Karachi, Pakistan April 5, 2018. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Man holding tiny violin, close up of hands

Man holding tiny violin, close up of hands

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Panoramic view through a big window in Roppongi Hills, with visitors enjoying the evening light

Panoramic view through a big window in Roppongi Hills, with visitors enjoying the evening light, silhouettes and grand piano, Tokyo, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)

Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)
8608310 Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo) by Cavaille-Coll, Aristide (1811-99); (add.info.: Cathedrale Sainte-Croix, Orleans, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Group of musicians

Group of musicians
3568598 Group of musicians by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1930 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Vivaca Ragaputra, a Leaf from Ragamala Series, c. 1700-20 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)

Vivaca Ragaputra, a Leaf from Ragamala Series, c. 1700-20 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)
XOS5884557 Vivaca Ragaputra, a Leaf from Ragamala Series, c. 1700-20 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 15.7x21.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Breton wedding in Paimpolais illustration for the novel by Pierre Loti, 1924 (engraving)

Breton wedding in Paimpolais illustration for the novel by Pierre Loti, 1924 (engraving)
PCT4271711 Breton wedding in Paimpolais illustration for the novel by Pierre Loti, 1924 (engraving) by Rudaux, Edmond Adolphe (1840-1914); (add.info.: Icelandic fisherman, novel by Pierre Loti)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: 'Acting revolutionary plays makes a revolutionary family', propaganda poster from the Chinese

"Acting revolutionary plays makes a revolutionary family", propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural
RDA78550 "Acting revolutionary plays makes a revolutionary family", propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: World War 1: Highlanders piping

World War 1: Highlanders piping
3787050 World War 1: Highlanders piping; (add.info.: World War 1: Highlanders piping themselves back from the trenches. British Official War Photograph. Series 1. No 2. Published on postcard)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Zagreb street beginning of 20th century

Zagreb street beginning of 20th century
3789450 Zagreb street beginning of 20th century; (add.info.: Zagreb street beginning of 20th century. Rue Prince Michel / Prince Michael Street.); Lebrecht History

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Portrait de Lady Elizabeth Conyngham (1769-1861) (oil on canvas)

Portrait de Lady Elizabeth Conyngham (1769-1861) (oil on canvas)
7335674 Portrait de Lady Elizabeth Conyngham (1769-1861) (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Self-Portrait with Five Muses, c. 1880 (oil on paper mounted to board)

Self-Portrait with Five Muses, c. 1880 (oil on paper mounted to board)
XOS5884673 Self-Portrait with Five Muses, c. 1880 (oil on paper mounted to board) by Church, Henry (1836-1908); 73.3x59.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Lovers Playing the Same Fute (parody of Xuanzong and Yang Guifei)

Lovers Playing the Same Fute (parody of Xuanzong and Yang Guifei), c.1767 (colour woodblock print; chuban)
5859759 Lovers Playing the Same Fute (parody of Xuanzong and Yang Guifei), c.1767 (colour woodblock print; chuban) by Harunobu, Suzuki (1725-70); 26.8 x 19.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Fukurokuju, from the series 'The Seven Gods of Good Luck in the Floating World

Fukurokuju, from the series "The Seven Gods of Good Luck in the Floating World (Ukiyo Shichi Fukujin)"
5859572 Fukurokuju, from the series "The Seven Gods of Good Luck in the Floating World (Ukiyo Shichi Fukujin)", c.1769 (colour woodblock print; chuban) by Harunobu

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: A Concert: Laura Deveria Singing, 1831 (w/c with ink & pastel)

A Concert: Laura Deveria Singing, 1831 (w/c with ink & pastel)
XOS5884177 A Concert: Laura Deveria Singing, 1831 (w/c with ink & pastel by Deveria, Eugene Francois Marie Joseph (1805-65); 23.2x18.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Sultan and Musicians, c. 1650 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)

Sultan and Musicians, c. 1650 (opaque w/c and gold on paper)
XOS5884675 Sultan and Musicians, c. 1650 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by South Indian School, (17th century); 16.9x20.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Southern India)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: May from Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry ('The Very Rich Hours of the Duke of Berry)

May from Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry ('The Very Rich Hours of the Duke of Berry)
3913557 May from Les Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry ('The Very Rich Hours of the Duke of Berry, 15th century prayerbook)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Viol / vielle players

Viol / vielle players
3793155 Viol / vielle players by Amman, Jost (1539-91); (add.info.: Three musicians playing stringed instruments - viol / vielle (drei Geiger)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Initial 'B' (eatus Vir) from a Choir Psalter, c. 1430-50 (ink, tempera and gold leaf on vellum)

Initial "B" (eatus Vir) from a Choir Psalter, c. 1430-50 (ink, tempera and gold leaf on vellum)
XOS5884574 Initial "B" (eatus Vir) from a Choir Psalter, c. 1430-50 (ink, tempera and gold leaf on vellum) by Master of the Vitae Imperatorum (15th century)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: La Saltarelle, c.1800 (w/c & gouache)

La Saltarelle, c.1800 (w/c & gouache)
XOS5884360 La Saltarelle, c.1800 (w/c & gouache) by Papety, Dominique Louis (1815-49); 25.4x35.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: By Dominque Louis Papety During the 15th century)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: The Dancing Fox, 1766 (colour woodblock print; chuban)

The Dancing Fox, 1766 (colour woodblock print; chuban)
5859861 The Dancing Fox, 1766 (colour woodblock print; chuban) by Anonymous; 25.2 x 18.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Unknown artist)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)

Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)
8608315 Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo) by Cavaille-Coll, Aristide (1811-99); (add.info.: Cathedrale Sainte-Croix, Orleans, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)

Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo)
8608308 Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Croix d'Orleans). Interior. The organ (photo) by Cavaille-Coll, Aristide (1811-99); (add.info.: Cathedrale Sainte-Croix, Orleans, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Urashimataro from the triptych Set of Three Sake Cups for the First Month 1800-01

Urashimataro from the triptych Set of Three Sake Cups for the First Month 1800-01 (colour woodblock print)
8618175 Urashimataro from the triptych Set of Three Sake Cups for the First Month 1800-01 (colour woodblock print) by Utamaro

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Black Watch pipers playing to British troops

Black Watch pipers playing to British troops
3786058 Black Watch pipers playing to British troops; (add.info.: Black Watch pipers playing to British troops following their capture of Longueval, France during World War I (Western Front)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning, 1547 (engraving)

Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning, 1547 (engraving)
532886 Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning, 1547 (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); (add.info)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: The Storming of Dargai, 1897

The Storming of Dargai, 1897
3782882 The Storming of Dargai, 1897; (add.info.: The Storming of Dargai, by the 1st Gordon Highlanders and Gurkhas, 1897. After painting by Vereker M. Hamilton)

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: The Musicians, c.1876-c.1877. An amusing contrast can discerned in this lively scene by Henriette

The Musicians, c.1876-c.1877. An amusing contrast can discerned in this lively scene by Henriette Ronner-Knip, renowned for her sentimental depictions of cats and dogs in domestic interiors

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: India: See India Darjeeling - At a Lama Dance, vintage travel poster, Government of India

India: See India Darjeeling - At a Lama Dance, vintage travel poster, Government of India. Victor Veevers (1903 - 1970), Bombay, 1934. Darjeeling is a town in the Indian state of West Bengal

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: 'Royal Navy Band' band, Sweden

"Royal Navy Band" band, Sweden Sweden. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Portrait of a fancy dressed couple posing in a garden

Portrait of a fancy dressed couple posing in a garden Florence. Date of Photograph:27/02/1922

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Portrait of two fancy dressed young women posing near a fountain

Portrait of two fancy dressed young women posing near a fountain Florence. Date of Photograph:27/02/1922

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Portrait of two fancy dressed young women posing on a flight of steps

Portrait of two fancy dressed young women posing on a flight of steps Florence. Date of Photograph:27/02/1922

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Drawing by Pontormo with a representation of a youth with a musical instrument

Drawing by Pontormo with a representation of a youth with a musical instrument. Work preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Museum of the Uffizi

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Various statues of the god Bacchus. National Archaeological Museum, Naples

Various statues of the god Bacchus. National Archaeological Museum, Naples. Naples National Archaeological Museum Statue Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Sculpture of Pan and Daphnis, preserved in the National Museum of Rome, Palazzo Altemps

Sculpture of Pan and Daphnis, preserved in the National Museum of Rome, Palazzo Altemps Rome National Museum of Rome, Palazzo Altemps Sculptural Group Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Print depicting The Fountain of Love, Gabinetto dei disegni e delle stampe, Museo Civico

Print depicting The Fountain of Love, Gabinetto dei disegni e delle stampe, Museo Civico, Bassano del Grappa, Vicenza Bassano del Grappa Museo Civico Print. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Egyptian harp, in the Museo Archeologico, Florence

Egyptian harp, in the Museo Archeologico, Florence Florence Museo Archeologico Musical Instrument Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1960. Date of Artwork:XVI sec

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: Sacrificial scene in the Temple of Neptune at Rome: work on display in the Louvre Museum, Paris

Sacrificial scene in the Temple of Neptune at Rome: work on display in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Relief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1908

Background imageMusical Instrument Collection: V for Fiddlers and Villageoise - W for Wattwoman, around 1920 (print)

V for Fiddlers and Villageoise - W for Wattwoman, around 1920 (print)
8600187 V for Fiddlers and Villageoise - W for Wattwoman, around 1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); 31x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Alphabet du bal costume")



All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

From timeless classics to cultural treasures, musical instruments have the power to transport us through time and space. Vermeer's masterpiece 'The Guitar Player' captures the delicate harmony between artist and instrument, while Kings College Chapel resonates with the majestic sounds of a master organ. The Edwardian music room in Thornton Manor invites us into an era of elegance and refinement, where melodies fill the air. In Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, the grandeur of a master organ echoes through its sacred halls. Step into the House for an Art Lovers' music room and be enchanted by the piano's melodic whispers. Bagpipe players donning traditional Scottish uniforms evoke images of rugged landscapes and spirited celebrations. Journey Down Under to Australia, where hand-painted didgeridoos showcase vibrant Aboriginal artistry that harmonizes with ancient rhythms. In Punch cartoonist's witty engraving, Wagner's Ring Cycle receives a comical warning about its epic length. Leonard Bernstein conducts with passion and precision, his baton guiding symphonies towards perfection. A simple banjo in black-and-white evokes nostalgia for simpler times when heartfelt tunes were strummed around campfires. Whether it is classical compositions or folk melodies that move your soul, these glimpses into musical history remind us of humanity's universal language – music.