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[citation needed] Music historians trace the instrument's history to ancient times when the drums were used in religious ceremonies. During the 13th century, timpani began to be used in pairs and were called Nakers, or Nakirs. These drums were small, usually between 7 and 9 inches (178 and 229 mm), and were used primarily by the military. [1]
Timpani evolved from military drums to become a staple of the classical orchestra by the last third of the 18th century. Today, they are used in many types of ensembles, including concert bands, marching bands, orchestras, and even in some rock bands. Timpani is an Italian plural, the singular of which is timpano.
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Taking its name from medieval troubadours, the Troubadour Style (French: Style troubadour) is a rather derisive term, [1] in English usually applied to French historical painting of the early 19th century with idealised depictions of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. In French it also refers to the equivalent architectural styles.
There he studied in the picture galleries, encouraged by Catherine and her son Paul I, and was commissioned by Paul to paint large pictures of Russian history. In 1801, Atkinson returned to England, and in 1803 published A Picturesque Representation of the Manners, Customs, and Amusements of the Russians , in 100 plates, drawn and etched by ...
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Silverpoint was for practical purposes rendered obsolete by the 18th century. [7] There has however been a contemporary art revival among European and American artists and academies because the medium imposes considerable discipline in draughtsmanship since drawings cannot be erased or altered.
18th; 19th; 20th; 21st; 22nd; 23rd; Subcategories. This category has only the following subcategory. 1770s drawings (2 C) Pages in category "18th-century drawings"