Psaltery
Psaltery of the 14th century from the book: De Arythmetica, De Musica by M. Servinius Boetius
Picture of a Psaltery from Ala Bohemica
A psaltery is a stringed musical instrument dating back to at least 300 BC. It consists of a soundboard with several pre-tuned strings that are usually plucked, but may also be bowed. The instrument is usually small enough to be portable; its shape and range vary.
External links
- Psaltery
- Discussion of psalteries, with image from the exhibition Making Musical Instruments: The making of musical instruments in Canada by the Canadian Museum of Civilisation
Categories: String instruments