Lute
Edward Light (1747-1832)
Category
Musical instruments, devices and recordings
Date
1810
Materials
Wood, japanning, gold leaf, metal, ivory, strings.
Measurements
840 mm (Length)
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1151261
Summary
Harp/lute - A harp/lute by Edward Light c.1810; black lacquered body decorated in gilt transfer with a scroll broder, a sunburst centre, musical trophy and Prince of Wales feathers; the arch neck descending from a scroll. Moire silk ribbon. '469 Light, Foley Palce, London' inscribed at top of finger board. A fitted case of black stamped leather over wood, lined in carmine baize with jacquard tape.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
At top of finger board: 469 Light, Foley Place, London
Makers and roles
Edward Light (1747-1832), maker