Do Danish Medieval Mural Paintings with Musical Motifs Say Something About Medieval Instruments?

Danish medieval wall paintings contribute little to organological knowledge. The selection of types of instruments is generally limited; their choice is ordinarily subordinated by a superior language of symbols. Many of the painted instruments seem to be simplified. It is therefore not wise to count...

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Published in:RIdIM-RCMI newsletter 1995-10, Vol.20 (2), p.49-52
Main Author: Møller, Dorthe Falcon
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Harps
Lutes
Motifs
Murals
Musical instruments
Musical notation
Musicians
String instruments
Symbolism
Trumpets
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Summary:Danish medieval wall paintings contribute little to organological knowledge. The selection of types of instruments is generally limited; their choice is ordinarily subordinated by a superior language of symbols. Many of the painted instruments seem to be simplified. It is therefore not wise to count their strings and pegs, or observe the sound holes, body designs, and other details. At the time of their creation, all of the decorations in the churches were viewed in a theological manner. Therefore the instruments first and foremost fulfilled a symbolic role.
ISSN:0360-8727
1522-7464
2169-8317
2169-9488