Zither Collection (page 3)

Duet girl plays zither gentleman violoncello
The Duet, A girl plays on a zither and a gentleman on a violoncello. Charles van Beveren, 1830 - 1850, panel, oil paint (paint), h 40.3 cm × w 35.6 cm × t 1.0 cm d 6.7 cm

Koto Zither early 1600s Japan Edo Period 1615-1868
Koto (Zither), early 1600s. Japan, Edo Period (1615-1868). Gold, silver, and black lacquer on wood; overall: 152.4 cm (60 in.)

Apollo. Olympic deity. Sculpture. Imperial Era. Ny Carlsberg
Apollo. Olympic deity in ancient Greek and roman religion. Sculpture. Imperial Era. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Renaissance style musical angel with zither
Renaissance style musical angel playing a zither, in the style of Fra Angelico. Date: circa 1910

Musical group in an Arabic cafe in Egypt
Ensemble of male and female Egyptian musicians in western and traditional dress. In the back, men are holding traditional Arabic instruments such as a traditional lute (oud)

Aleppo, Syria - Arab Musicians
Aleppo, Syria - Four Arab Musicians surrounding a chap having a wonderful time with his nargile pipe and small table full of drinks. He is protected by a small canopy. Date: circa 1910s

Vietnam - Musicians - Saigon
Vietnam - Musicians - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Two men with their Dan Tranh, a plucked Zither (similar to the Chinese guzheng, the Japanese koto)

Treasury of the Athenians. 5th century BC. Inscription. Delp
Treasury of the Athenians. Temple built around 5th century BC. Detail of a hymn to Delphi, in ancient Greek, engraved in a wall. Apollo also appears with the zither. Delphi. Greece

Gothic art. St. Emilian tables. It represents scenes from the life of St. Emilian and the Virgin. Late 14th century. Tempera. Outside the door left of the altarpiece. Monastery of St

Austria, Flute & Zither
Duet for flute and zither in a country home - but the cat doesn t seem to care for it... Date: circa 1910

A Japanese Koto player. A Koto is a type of Zither with 13 strings, played by plucking the strings with ivory plectrums attached to the fingers. Date: 1932

Turkish musicians, Turkey
Five Turkish musicians, Turkey. Date: circa 1870

pinette des Vosges, late 19th century, Valdajol, France, French, Wood, metal, L, 59.3 cm, Greatest width, 7.4, Depth, soundbox, 2.9, Sounding length, strings, 47.4, Chordophone-Zither-plucked

Dance Robe Koto Zither Representing Wealthy Man
Artokoloro

ZITHER PLAYER, 16th CENTURY. German woodcut by Tobias Stimmer (1539-1584)

Source Size = 3756 x 2489
Musical Instrument Makers at Mittenwald, Germany: Zither Makers

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A 9th century musician playing a musical instrument known as a psalterium, from Les
KW415621 A 9th century musician playing a musical instrument known as a psalterium, from Les Arts au Moyen Age, published 1873 (litho) by French School

Zither Player, Music, Engraving 1879

Death comes to the Old Man, or the Hermit, from Der Todten Tanz, published Basel
KW278037 Death comes to the Old Man, or the Hermit, from Der Todten Tanz, published Basel, 1843 (litho) by Holbein the Younger

JAPAN: GEISHA, c1730. A Japanese geisha playing a zither. Hand-colored woodcut by Shigenaga Nishimura, c1730

RENAISSANCE: CONCERT. French tapestry, early 16th century

ZITHER PLAYER, c1902. A young woman playing a zither. Photograph, c1902

ZITHER PLAYER, 16th CENTURY. German woodcut by Tobias Stimmer (1539-1584)

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, 1890. American magazine advertisements for various musical instruments, 1890

South Korea - Singer and musician. The traditional instruments here shown are the Geomungo (zither) and small vertical flute, the Danso. Date: circa 1901

Bell Harp - Invention attributed to John Simcock a soldier in a regiment of Dragoons and dates from around 1700. The harp is sounded by using a plectrum on either thumb

Zither Player, Music, Engraving 1879

Zither player Apollo. 5th c. BC. Classical Greek art. Sculpture on bronze. ITALY. Naples. National Museum of Archaeology. Proc: ITALY. Pompeii

ZITHER MAKERS, 1873. Bavarian zither workshop. Wood engraving, American, 1873

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT: KOTO. A koto, a Chinese and Japanese musical instrument similar to a zither, also called a kin. Line engraving, German, 19th century

JAPAN: MUSICIANS, 1864. Blind musicians at a performance. Wood engraving, English, 1864

ZITHER. Line cut from an American catalog, c1892

Young maiden holding a zither (koto). Print shows a woman standing, holding a koto. Date ca. 1800

Zither making, Germany, 1872
Two men making zithers in a workshop in Mittenwald, Germany. Date: 1857

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The zither, a versatile and enchanting musical instrument, has captivated cultures throughout history. From its appearance in ancient Hellenistic reliefs depicting Muses playing the zither to its role in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren, this instrument's melodic charm knows no bounds. It even found its way into popular culture with The Third Man's iconic Harry Lime Theme cover. Originating from Chinese musical instruments, the zither has spread across continents like a celestial gift from Heavens Music itself. Mongolian Yatga players skillfully strummed their zithers, creating harmonies that echoed through vast landscapes. Even deities were drawn to the allure of this instrument; Apollo, an Olympic deity during the Imperial Era, was often depicted alongside his cherished zither in Ny Carlsberg sculptures. In Renaissance artistry, angels adorned with wings delicately plucked at their zithers while spreading heavenly melodies. The cultural significance of the zither extended beyond Europe as well. A couple dressed in traditional Tyrolean costumes showcased their love for music on an Alt-Zillertal postcard while a Bavarian musician effortlessly played his zither accompanied by a beer mug in hand—a true symbol of German heritage. Not limited to classical or traditional genres alone, contemporary artists have embraced this timeless instrument too. Its haunting tones can be heard resonating through modern compositions and experimental sounds alike. Whether it is evoking emotions through centuries-old tales or adding depth to cinematic masterpieces like The Third Man's soundtrack—wherever you encounter the mesmerizing sound of the zither—you are transported into a world where music transcends time and language barriers.