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Ten-string Quintena or Chiterna (Italian guitar)
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Ten-string Quintena or Chiterna (Italian guitar)
Ten-string Quintena or Chiterna (Italian guitar) and mandoline.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, Adam and Charles Black, Edinburgh, 1888. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903) was an English musicologist who specialized in the history of the pianoforte and other instruments
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1. Title: "A Musical Duo of Yesteryears: Ten-string Quintena (Chiterna) and Mandoline" This chromolithograph, an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins' Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, published in Edinburgh in 1888, showcases a mesmerizing musical scene. The image highlights two exquisite instruments of the time: a Ten-string Quintena (also known as Chiterna), an Italian guitar, and a Mandoline-lute. The Ten-string Quintena, displayed on the left, is a stunning example of craftsmanship from the Naples region of Italy. Its ten strings are arranged in five courses, with the third and sixth courses being double-strung. The instrument's body is made of rich, dark ebony, while the neck is adorned with intricately designed mother-of-pearl inlays. The fingerboard is inlaid with white ivory, and the bridge is made of tortoiseshell. The Ten-string Quintena's unique design and sound were popular among Italian musicians during the late 19th century. On the right, a Mandoline-lute rests elegantly, its pear-shaped body and delicate f-holes adding to its allure. The Mandoline-lute, a hybrid of the mandolin and lute, was also a favorite among musicians of the time. Its body is made of tortoiseshell, while the neck is of ebony, and the fingerboard is inlaid with mother-of-pearl. The instrument's unique combination of the mandolin's bright, twangy sound and the lute's rich, resonant tone created a captivating musical experience. This illustration, created by William Gibb and published by Alfred James Hipkins, offers a glimpse into the world of historical musical instruments. The Ten-string Quintena and Mandoline-lute, two rare and unique instruments, are a testament to the rich musical history of the past.
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