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The Geyer Regal of 1591

Description >> The features of the Geyer regal >> Restoration >> Conclusions about the instrument's history

We are very fortunate to know the builders identity and the instruments age. More often than not, instruments like this bear no inscription whatsover that might shed light on these matters.

The bass part of the keyboard

This particular instrument is unusually small. Modern players need some time to adapt to the uncommonly small keys.


Left side block of the Regal

The reed-block, in other words, the entire instrument except for the bellows, can be inserted underneath the bellows into a hollow space. The bellows are hinged together and encase the instrument. In addition, the underside of the bellows is fitted with several small doors, boxes, drawers and a mirror. Both the bottom of the instrument as well as the reed-block-- including the keys-- are lavishly inlaid with ebony and engraved bone which is filled with black wax.
It is extremely lucky to come across an instrument such as this regal because, apart from its highly elaborate and beautiful decoration, it is also highly valuable musically speaking, undoubtedly reflecting a high level of workmanship inasmuch as it illustrates a very skilful and virtuosic use of these varying crafts.


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