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Pandean Minstrels at Vauxhall Gardens, circa 1800
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Pandean Minstrels at Vauxhall Gardens, circa 1800
Pandean Minstrels at Vauxhall Gardens, circa 1800.. The Pandean Minstrels in performance at Vauxhall pleasure gardens circa 1800. This popular band all played pan pipes and percussion instruments such as drum, triangle, tambourine and cymbals. Copperplate engraving by John Lee after a drawing by Edward Burney 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 image depicts the Pandean Minstrels in the midst of their enchanting performance at Vauxhall Gardens around the year 1800. The Pandean Minstrels were a popular band known for their unique repertoire of music played exclusively on pan pipes and various percussion instruments. In this scene, the musicians can be seen skillfully playing their instruments, including drums, triangles, tambourines, and cymbals, creating a harmonious blend of sounds that resonated through the gardens. Vauxhall Gardens, located in London, were renowned for their entertainment offerings and attracted a diverse crowd of visitors seeking amusement and pleasure. The Pandean Minstrels were just one of the many acts that graced the gardens, adding to the lively and festive atmosphere. This stunning copperplate engraving, created by John Lee and based on a drawing by Edward Burney, is an exquisite representation of the Pandean Minstrels in action. It was originally published in Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, a comprehensive reference work published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in London in 1820. The intricate detail and vibrant energy captured in this engraving offer a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when music and performance held a special place in the hearts and minds of the people.
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