German pochette 1
German pochette, also known as a pocket fiddle, made by
Augsburg-based instrument maker Thomas Edlinger. A pochette is a
small stringed instrument played with a bow. They were common
between the 15th and 19th centuries, but especially popular during
the 18th century. The pochette was a popular choice for many
fiddlers due to their portability, because while the instrument is
small, the long length of the fingerboard allows for a substantial
melodic range. This pochette features a back overlaid with
alternate ribs of ivory and tortoiseshell, with similar decoration
on the fingerboard and tailpiece.
Object no :
RI_DC_0000507
Collection :
Creator :
Thomas Edlinger
Place of Production :
Augsburg, Germany
Dimensions :
Length: 451mm
Materials :
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Location :
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Accession number :
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Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council