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Ancient Roman musical instruments
Ancient Roman musical instruments.. Testudo or lyre of Amphion (1, 2), lyre held by Terpsichore (3), psaltery (4), triangular harp or Trigonium (5), Abyssinian testudo (6), Etruscan 6-string lyre (7), lyre (8), Egyptian systrum (9) and richly ornamented lyre. Copperplate engraving by John Lee after an illustration by Strange from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820
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This copperplate engraving, created by John Lee after an illustration by Strange, showcases a fascinating collection of Ancient Roman musical instruments as depicted in Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in London in 1820. The image features an intriguing assortment of instruments, each with its unique charm and historical significance. At the center, the Testudo or lyre of Amphion and the lyre held by Terpsichore, the Greek goddess of dance, add an enchanting touch to the composition. The Testudo, with its distinctive tortoise-shaped soundbox, was believed to have been played by Amphion, the legendary king of Thebes, to charm the stones and build the city walls. The lyre held by Terpsichore, on the other hand, is a typical Greek lyre, featuring a flat soundbox and seven pairs of strings. Surrounding these iconic instruments are various other Ancient Roman musical instruments. The Psaltery, with its flat, trapezoidal soundbox and strings that are plucked with plectra, is depicted at the bottom left. The Triangular Harp or Trigonium, with its triangular shape and curved neck, is shown at the top left. The Abyssinian Testudo, a lyre with a distinctive oval soundbox, is displayed at the bottom right. The Etruscan 6-string Lyre, with its elongated soundbox and distinctive bridge, is depicted at the top right. Additionally, there is a simple lyre, an Egyptian Systrum, and a richly ornamented lyre, each adding to the visual interest and historical significance of the engraving. This image offers a glimpse into the rich musical heritage of the ancient world, providing a window into the past and a reminder of the enduring power of music.
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