Flemish Virginals after Ruckers by Robert Davies, 1979 (Reconditioned)

PO Ref. PO1664S  

Flemish Virginals after Ruckers by Robert Davies, 1979 (Reconditioned). Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our keyboard technician prior to despatch. Tracked and insured delivery worldwide available.

A beautifully crafted virginals by the distinguished English maker Robert Davies, completed in 1979 after the celebrated Ruckers models of early 17th-century Antwerp. This fine instrument captures the tonal clarity, warmth, and delicately responsive touch for which the Ruckers family became synonymous — qualities that make it ideally suited for the music of Byrd, Sweelinck, and the English virginalists, as well as the later French and Flemish schools.

Robert Davies is one of the leading figures in the post-war revival of historical keyboard making in Britain. Trained during the flourishing of early-music craftsmanship in the 1960s and 70s, Davies studied and measured original Ruckers instruments firsthand, producing harpsichords and virginals renowned for their authentic scaling, precise workmanship, and elegant restraint. His work is prized by performers and collectors alike for its musicality and reliability.

This example, dated 1979, is a testament to his mature style — handsomely proportioned, with a rich Flemish soundboard painting in traditional style and robust yet lyrical tone. Maintained in excellent condition, it has been regularly tuned and lightly played in a private collection.

• Compass: C/E–c³
• Disposition: 1 × 8′
• Case: traditional Flemish style with painted soundboard and lid papers
• Maker’s inscription: “Robert Davies, Levens, 1979”  

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a virginals by one of Britain’s most respected historical keyboard makers.

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