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Anonymous Harpsichord Rose

Anonymous Italian harpsichord rose ca. 1690 from the collection of Marlowe A Sigal. The soundboard hole is 102 mm. It has 2 layers of parchment above the soundboard and 3 layers below. The patterns are printed on Mylar with adhesive backing. General instructions for making roses are provided.

Anonymous Rose Pattern #2952

Anonymous c. 1690 Pattern

2952F Finished Rose - using the above pattern, made with rare antique parchment.
One only.                                       $175.00

Finished Rose #2952F