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String instruments have the power to transport us to ethereal realms, where heavenly melodies are woven by an angelic figure

Background imageString Instrument Collection: La Fontaines Fables - Grasshopper and the Ant

La Fontaines Fables - Grasshopper and the Ant
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Grasshopper and the Ant

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Music Makers

Music Makers
circa 1926: Pupils from the Great Northern Polytechnic learn to construct musical instruments. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Violin Makers

Violin Makers
circa 1926: A pupil at the Great Northern Polytechnic fine tunes the violin he is making, as one of the teachers watches over him. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Summer Picnic

Summer Picnic
circa 1870: A group of Japanese women enjoy a picnic outdoors on the Kamogawa in Kyoto, southern Honshu. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Japanese Music

Japanese Music
circa 1900: A Japanese woman plays a koto, a traditional instrument with thirteen strings, played with plectra. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Violin and Newspaper; Violon et journal, 1917 (oil on panel)

Violin and Newspaper; Violon et journal, 1917 (oil on panel)
1767955 Violin and Newspaper; Violon et journal, 1917 (oil on panel) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 92.3x60.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Violin and Newspaper; Violon et journal)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Lady Standing Holding a Cello (pastel on paper)

Lady Standing Holding a Cello (pastel on paper)
1767665 Lady Standing Holding a Cello (pastel on paper) by Dewing, Thomas Wilmer (1851-1938); (36.8x29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Standing Holding a Cello)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Heloise and Abelard, 1879 (oil on canvas)

Heloise and Abelard, 1879 (oil on canvas)
1772102 Heloise and Abelard, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Bateman, Robert (1842-1922); 50.8x62.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Heloise and Abelard. Robert Bateman (1842-1922). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Italian with a Mandolin, 1870 (oil on canvas)

Italian with a Mandolin, 1870 (oil on canvas)
1769787 Italian with a Mandolin, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 100.3x83.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian with a Mandolin)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Le Gueridon, 1922 (oil on canvas)

Le Gueridon, 1922 (oil on canvas)
1769165 Le Gueridon, 1922 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 91.8x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Gueridon. Juan Gris (1887-1927). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1922

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Encore! (Girl, bottle and harp), c. 1938 (lithograph in colours)

Encore! (Girl, bottle and harp), c. 1938 (lithograph in colours)
1194964 Encore! (Girl, bottle and harp), c.1938 (lithograph in colours) by English School, (20th century); 76x51 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Oracle, (oil on canvas)

The Oracle, (oil on canvas)
989553 The Oracle, (oil on canvas) by Robertson, George Edward (1864-1926); 145.5x250.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oracle. George Edward Robertson (1864-1926). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Recital, (oil on canvas)

The Recital, (oil on canvas)
989283 The Recital, (oil on canvas) by Andreotti, Federigo (1847-1930); 62.2x83.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recital. Federigo Andreotti (1847-1930). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Violin and Clarinet, 1921 (oil on canvas)

Violin and Clarinet, 1921 (oil on canvas)
988686 Violin and Clarinet, 1921 (oil on canvas) by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); 37x60.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Violin and Clarinet; Violon et Clarinette. Juan Gris (1887-1927)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: On a Venetian Balcony, (oil on canvas)

On a Venetian Balcony, (oil on canvas)
987335 On a Venetian Balcony, (oil on canvas) by Paoletti, Antonio (1834-1912); 82.5x57.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: On a Venetian Balcony. Antonio Ermolao Paoletti (1834-1912)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Study for The Spanish Fan, 1938 (oil on paper laid down on board)

Study for The Spanish Fan, 1938 (oil on paper laid down on board)
826857 Study for The Spanish Fan, 1938 (oil on paper laid down on board) by Gertler, Mark (1891-1939); 38x49.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Study for The Spanish Fan. Mark Gertler (1891-1939)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum)

David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum)
986048 David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan, 15th century (paint on vellum) by French School, (15th century); 16.7x11 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: David at Prayer, with the Prophet Nathan)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Studio Window, Isle Of Capri, 1897 (oil on canvas)

Studio Window, Isle Of Capri, 1897 (oil on canvas)
650425 Studio Window, Isle Of Capri, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Coleman, Charles Caryl (1840-1928); 52.7x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Studio Window, Isle Of Capri)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: A Personification of Music, Singing with Putti Playing a Viol and a Flute

A Personification of Music, Singing with Putti Playing a Viol and a Flute
990118 A Personification of Music, Singing with Putti Playing a Viol and a Flute, 1758 (oil on canvas) by Vien, Joseph-Marie

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Portrait of Miss Elizabeth Keating playing her Guitar, 1816 (black lead on paper)

Portrait of Miss Elizabeth Keating playing her Guitar, 1816 (black lead on paper)
990033 Portrait of Miss Elizabeth Keating playing her Guitar, 1816 (black lead on paper) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 27.7x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Pierrot, 1886 (oil on canvas)

Pierrot, 1886 (oil on canvas)
989805 Pierrot, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Comerre, Leon Francois (1850-1916); 71.7x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot. Leon Francois Comerre (1850-1916). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Tabletop with Violin, (oil on canvas)

Tabletop with Violin, (oil on canvas)
985285 Tabletop with Violin, (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 76.2x114.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tabletop with Violin. John Frederick Peto (1854-1907). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: A seated Lady seen from Behind before a Virginal, (oil on panel)

A seated Lady seen from Behind before a Virginal, (oil on panel)
990427 A seated Lady seen from Behind before a Virginal, (oil on panel) by Codde, Pieter (1599-1678); 40.3x31.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A seated Lady seen from Behind before a Virginal)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: An Allegory of Design and Architecture, (oil on canvas)

An Allegory of Design and Architecture, (oil on canvas)
659402 An Allegory of Design and Architecture, (oil on canvas) by Tessier, Louis (1719-86); 68.5x87.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Allegory of Design and Architecture)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Sleeping Beauties, 1942 (tempera)

Sleeping Beauties, 1942 (tempera)
657088 Sleeping Beauties, 1942 (tempera) by Southall, Joseph Edward (1861-1944); 31x44.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleeping Beauties. Joseph Edward Southall (1861-1944). Tempera

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Woman with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas)

Woman with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas)
658887 Woman with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas) by Mancini, Antonio (1852-1930); 84.4x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman with a Mandolin. Antonio Mancini (1852-1930). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Lady with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas)

Lady with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas)
658504 Lady with a Mandolin, (oil on canvas) by Portielje, Gerard (1856-1929); 116.5x90 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady with a Mandolin. Gerard Jozef Portielje (1856-1929). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Three Women in the Vineyard; Drei Frauen im Weinberg, 1912 (oil on canvas)

Three Women in the Vineyard; Drei Frauen im Weinberg, 1912 (oil on canvas)
824433 Three Women in the Vineyard; Drei Frauen im Weinberg, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Klinger, Max (1857-1920); 187x167 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Juan and Juanita, (oil on canvas)

Juan and Juanita, (oil on canvas)
823062 Juan and Juanita, (oil on canvas) by Mora, Francis Luis (1874-1940); 76.5x63.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Juan and Juanita. Francis Luis Mora (1874-1940). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Music at the Parsonage, (oil on canvas)

Music at the Parsonage, (oil on canvas)
652199 Music at the Parsonage, (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Frederick Daniel (1826-1911); 74.9x107.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Music at the Parsonage. Frederick Daniel Hardy (1826-1911)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Bard, 1809 (oil on canvas)

The Bard, 1809 (oil on canvas)
652118 The Bard, 1809 (oil on canvas) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 243.8x182.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bard. Benjamin West (1738-1820). Oil on canvas. Dated 1809. 243.8 x 182.8cm

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Street Musicians, 1823 (pen and ink and watercolour)

Street Musicians, 1823 (pen and ink and watercolour)
651936 Street Musicians, 1823 (pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 15.2x25.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Musicians. Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Spring, 1900 (oil on canvas)

Spring, 1900 (oil on canvas)
651389 Spring, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); 100.4x197.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Spring. Jules Cheret (1836-1932). Oil on canvas. Dated 1900

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Two Musicians playing a Chiatarrone and a Violin, with a Subsidiary Study of the Second

Two Musicians playing a Chiatarrone and a Violin, with a Subsidiary Study of the Second
827580 Two Musicians playing a Chiatarrone and a Violin, with a Subsidiary Study of the Second Musician (red chalk on paper) by Confortini

Background imageString Instrument Collection: On the Balcony, 1893 (oil on canvas)

On the Balcony, 1893 (oil on canvas)
827393 On the Balcony, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); 88.2x117.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Balcony. Eugen von Bls (1843-1931). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Poetry Reading, (oil on canvas)

The Poetry Reading, (oil on canvas)
827334 The Poetry Reading, (oil on canvas) by Reggianini, Vittorio (1858-1938); 71.5x96.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Poetry Reading. Vittorio Reggianini (1858-1938). Oil on canvas

Background imageString Instrument Collection: A seated woman playes the vina, waited upon by a servant, c

A seated woman playes the vina, waited upon by a servant, c
6040457 A seated woman playes the vina, waited upon by a servant, c.1590 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Mughal School (18th century); 15.2x8.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Violin and Bust, c. 1934 (oil on millboard)

Violin and Bust, c. 1934 (oil on millboard)
692884 Violin and Bust, c.1934 (oil on millboard) by Gertler, Mark (1891-1939); 36.8x46.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Song of the Georgian Maiden, (pencil, w / c, gouache and bodycolour on paper)

The Song of the Georgian Maiden, (pencil, w / c, gouache and bodycolour on paper)
1197495 The Song of the Georgian Maiden, (pencil, w/c, gouache and bodycolour on paper) by Warren, Henry (1794-1879); 107.6x79.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British

Background imageString Instrument Collection: David Playing the Harp for King Saul, (oil on canvas)

David Playing the Harp for King Saul, (oil on canvas)
827928 David Playing the Harp for King Saul, (oil on canvas) by Gros, Baron Antoine Jean (1771-1835); 183.5x226.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: David Playing the Harp for King Saul)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Two Girls and a Youth making Music, (oil on canvas)

Two Girls and a Youth making Music, (oil on canvas)
827904 Two Girls and a Youth making Music, (oil on canvas) by Micheli, Parrasio (c.1516-78); 105.7x99.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Girls and a Youth making Music)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Discord and Harmony, 1888 (oil on panel)

Discord and Harmony, 1888 (oil on panel)
827458 Discord and Harmony, 1888 (oil on panel) by Struys, Alexander Theodore Honore (1852-1941); 55.8x78.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Discord and Harmony)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: The Concert, (oil on canvas)

The Concert, (oil on canvas)
827426 The Concert, (oil on canvas) by Soulacroix, Joseph Frederick Charles (1825-79); 108x180.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Concert. Joseph Frederic Charles Soulacroix (1825-1879)

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Creole Dancing; Baile Criollo, (oil on board)

Creole Dancing; Baile Criollo, (oil on board)
824932 Creole Dancing; Baile Criollo, (oil on board) by Figari, Pedro (1861-1938); 33x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Creole Dancing; Baile Criollo. Pedro Figari (1861-1938). Oil on board

Background imageString Instrument Collection: Garland of Pink Roses around Cupid playing a Lyre on a marble ledge, 1841 (oil on panel)

Garland of Pink Roses around Cupid playing a Lyre on a marble ledge, 1841 (oil on panel)
989589 Garland of Pink Roses around Cupid playing a Lyre on a marble ledge, 1841 (oil on panel) by Jensen, Johan Laurents (1800-56); 22x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)



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String instruments have the power to transport us to ethereal realms, where heavenly melodies are woven by an angelic figure. With a halo adorning her head and butterfly wings fluttering behind her, she gracefully plucks at the strings of a harp, creating enchanting harmonies that resonate in our souls. In the vibrant world of music, diverse cultures converge through their unique stringed creations. Take for instance the mariachi band from Mexico, dressed in matching suits and donning grey Mexican hats. Four guitarists strum passionately on their instruments, filling the air with lively rhythms that capture the essence of their rich heritage. Travel back in time to March 1926 as you gaze upon The Etude Music Magazine's front cover illustration. It encapsulates an era when musicians were celebrated icons of society. A jazz band takes center stage with six dapper men adorned in bow ties and waistcoats. Their trumpets blare alongside a trombone's deep resonance while drums set a pulsating beat. The clarinet dances effortlessly with a banjo's twang and double bass provides a solid foundation - together they create an irresistible symphony of swing. Venture further eastward into mystical lands where sitar reigns supreme. An intricate illustration captures this mesmerizing instrument alongside musical notes floating freely in space; it is as if each note carries its own story waiting to be told. Delve into history and discover Hellia - an ancient Greek lyre-like instrument whose delicate strings once echoed throughout mythical landscapes, evoking emotions beyond words can express. Fernando Sor (1778-1839), depicted in a lithograph from c. 1825, stands tall among classical guitar virtuosos who mastered this timeless instrument with finesse and grace. Witness the raw power emanating from a Sixth bass or Bajo sexto -a Mexican marvel boasting twelve strings arranged in six double courses- as its resonant tones reverberate through the air, captivating all who listen.