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Hausmusik / House Music (colour litho)
8666118 Hausmusik / House Music (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hausmusik. An Stelle der im Mittelalter beliebten Hausorgel tritt seit dem 16. Jahrhundert als Hausinstrument das Spinett, das in England, wohl zu Ehren der jungfraulichen Konigin Elisabeth, den Namen Virginal fuhrte. Virginale waren tragbare kleine Tafelklaviere von nur drei Oktaven Umfang und hoher Tonlage. Die dunnen Drahtsaiten gaben beim Tastenanschlag einen klirrenden Ton. Translation: House Music. Since the 16th century, the house organ, which was popular in the Middle Ages, has been replaced by the spinet, which in England was known as the virginal, probably in honor of the virgin Queen Elizabeth. Virginals were portable small square pianos with a range of only three octaves and a high pitch. The thin wire strings gave a jingling sound when the keys were pressed. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant colour lithograph captures the essence of Hausmusik, or House Music, as depicted by the German School in the 20th century. The image showcases a scene from a bygone era where music was an integral part of domestic life.
In this illustration, we see a group of musicians gathered around a virginal, a small square piano with thin wire strings that produce a jingling sound when played. The virginal was popularized in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and became a staple household instrument for centuries.
The intricate details and vivid colors bring to life the joy and camaraderie that comes with making music together in the comfort of one's home. Each musician is engrossed in their performance, creating harmonious melodies that fill the room with warmth and cheer.
This print serves as a reminder of simpler times when music was not just entertainment but also served as a means of bonding and expression within families and communities. It invites us to appreciate the rich history and cultural significance of Hausmusik while celebrating the timeless beauty of classical instruments like the virginal.
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