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The Ruckers Double Harpsichord *

2 x 8⁠´, 1 x 4⁠´, buff to back 8⁠´
Stop registers worked by levers through nameboard
Two 56+1-note reverse keyboards GG–d''' A392/A415/A440
Tapered pearwood jacks with holly tongues,
  boar bristle springs & Canada goose quill
Strung in Birkett Red & Yellow Brass, and P-wire
Handpainted Forest Green exterior, Colonial Green interior
Gilded rose & case mouldings
Soundboard painting by Diana Ford using Australian motifs
  in style of early I Ruckers
Flemish printed papers to keywell (Reverse Johannes)
  & case rim (Sylvius Moresque II)
Seven leg turned table stand in French oak
Oak music desk, lid sticks, and adjustable stool

CAREY BEEBE • MMIII

Ruckers Double on travel stand

Our most versatile instrument,
with a rich and powerful voice.

Size: 216 x 84cm
Value: $72000
Performance Fee: $1200

* Flightcase compatible
for safe transit anywhere