Orgue Portatif Collection

Two putti, one playing the harp and singing, the other playing the portative organ
BEN85130 Two putti, one playing the harp and singing, the other playing the portative organ, from the frieze of musical angels in the Chapel of Isotta degli Atti, by Agostino di Duccio (1418-81)

Angel with a portative organ, stained glass window designed by William Morris (1834-96), 1869 (see also 54923 & 54932)
ASD77951 Angel with a portative organ, stained glass window designed by William Morris (1834-96), 1869 (see also 54923 & 54932) by Morris, William (1834-96); Church of St

Spring, 1894 (pencil & red chalk)
FFA178176 Spring, 1894 (pencil & red chalk) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 45.7x20.3 cm; Private Collection

The Concert at the Fountain, Loire workshop, c. 1570-80 (tapestry) (for detail see 87758
XIR87759 The Concert at the Fountain, Loire workshop, c.1570-80 (tapestry) (for detail see 87758, 19846) by French School, (15th century); 300x380 cm; Musee des Gobelins, Paris, France; French

ds 558 f. 67v St. Dominic with four musical angels, from a gradual from San Marco e
SCP79798 ds 558 f.67v St. Dominic with four musical angels, from a gradual from San Marco e Cenacoli (vellum) (detail of 88937 & 79797) by Angelico

Detail from the side of the Linaivoli Triptych showing an angel holding a portative organ
BEN73469 Detail from the side of the Linaivoli Triptych showing an angel holding a portative organ, 1433 (tempera on panel) by Angelico

St. Cecilia and Two Angels, 1870s (stained glass)
MOK120182 St. Cecilia and Two Angels, 1870s (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, UK; Martyn O Kelly Photography; English, out of copyright

St Cecilia, 15th century (stained glass)
PC84840 St Cecilia, 15th century (stained glass) by English School, (15th century); Church of St Mary & St Nicholas, Wrangle, Lincolnshire, UK; English, out of copyright

Ms Fr 12476 fol. 98 Guillaume Dufay (d. 1474) and Gilles Binchois (d
BNP33249 Ms Fr 12476 fol.98 Guillaume Dufay (d.1474) and Gilles Binchois (d.1460) from Le Champion des Dames by Martin le Franc (1410-61) 1440 (vellum) by French School

Lady playing the portative organ from The Concert at the Fountain
XIR181967 Lady playing the portative organ from The Concert at the Fountain, from the Workshop on the Banks of the Loire (tapestry) by French School; Musee des Tapisseries, Angers, France; French

Angel playing a portative organ, detail from the crozier of William of Wykeham (c
NCO205110 Angel playing a portative organ, detail from the crozier of William of Wykeham (c.1320-1404) (silver gilt & champleve enamel) (see 205100-32) by English School

St. George and the Dragon: No. 7 The Return, 1866 (oil on canvas) (for detail see 96673)
BAG87624 St. George and the Dragon: No. 7 The Return, 1866 (oil on canvas) (for detail see 96673) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 104.7x134.6 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Coronation of the Virgin, altarpiece with a predella panel depicting angels playing
AII79968 Coronation of the Virgin, altarpiece with a predella panel depicting angels playing musical instruments, Florentine (panel) by Italian School, (14th century); Museo Nazionale del Bargello

Detail of St. Cecilia, 1870s (stained glass) (detail of 120182)
MOK120183 Detail of St. Cecilia, 1870s (stained glass) (detail of 120182) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, UK; Martyn O Kelly Photography; English

Exodus 15 1-19 The Song of Moses, from the Nuremberg Bible (Biblia Sacra Germanaica
STC67479 Exodus 15 1-19 The Song of Moses, from the Nuremberg Bible (Biblia Sacra Germanaica) (coloured woodcut) by German School

Musical angels within a trompe l oeil cloister, from the interior west facade (fresco
BAT100333 Musical angels within a trompe l oeil cloister, from the interior west facade (fresco) by Santi di Tito (1536-1603); Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian

Figures around a fountain, detail from The Concert at the Fountain, Loire workshop, c
XIR87758 Figures around a fountain, detail from The Concert at the Fountain, Loire workshop, c.1570-80 (tapestry) (see 87759, 19846) by French School, (16th century); Musee des Gobelins, Paris

Angels playing musical instruments, detail from a predella panel of an altarpiece
AII86911 Angels playing musical instruments, detail from a predella panel of an altarpiece, Florentine (panel) (detail of 79968) by Italian School, (14th century); Museo Nazionale del Bargello

Music, c. 1480 (oil on panel)
XCF22594 Music, c.1480 (oil on panel) by Joos van Gent (Joos van Wassenhove), (fl.1460-75) (attr. to); 155.6x97.2 cm; National Gallery, London

Virgin and Child Enthroned with Angels
BAL53560 Virgin and Child Enthroned with Angels by Jacopo di Cione, (fl.1368-94); Museum of Fine Arts (Szepmuveszeti) Budapest, Hungary; Italian, out of copyright

Allegory of Music, ms Francais 143 fol. 65v from Le Livre des Echecs Amoureux
XIR203387 Allegory of Music, ms Francais 143 fol.65v from Le Livre des Echecs Amoureux MoralisA©s by Evrart de Conty c.1500 (vellum) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale

The Fountain of Grace, detail of three angel musicians (oil on panel)
XIR175105 The Fountain of Grace, detail of three angel musicians (oil on panel) by Eyck, Jan van (c.1390-1441) (attr. to); 181x116 cm; Prado, Madrid

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The orgue portatif, also known as the portable organ, has been a cherished instrument throughout history. Its presence can be seen in various artistic works and cultural settings. In the tapestry "The Concert at the Fountain" from the Loire workshop, dating back to c. 1570-80, we catch a glimpse of this magnificent instrument being played alongside other musicians. The orgue portatif adds its melodious tones to create a harmonious ensemble. A stunning detail from the Linaivoli Triptych showcases an angel delicately holding a portative organ. This portrayal highlights the celestial beauty and ethereal sound that emanates from this portable marvel. Even stained glass windows have captured the essence of this instrument's significance. In pieces like "St Cecilia and Two Angels" from the 1870s or "St Cecilia" from the 15th century, we witness how artists immortalized St Cecilia playing her beloved orgue portatif with grace and devotion. Music manuscripts like Ms Fr 12476 fol. 98 depict renowned composers Guillaume Dufay and Gilles Binchois engrossed in their craft while accompanied by this enchanting instrument. It serves as both inspiration and accompaniment for these musical geniuses. Not limited to religious contexts alone, even secular artworks feature this remarkable creation prominently. For instance, an oil painting titled "St George and the Dragon: No. 7 The Return" portrays an angel playing a portative organ amidst scenes of triumph over evil. Altarpieces depicting heavenly realms often include predella panels showcasing angels joyfully playing their orgue portatifs during significant events such as "Coronation of the Virgin. " These instruments symbolize divine harmony within sacred spaces. Lastly, even biblical texts pay homage to its melodic power; Exodus 15:1-19 in particular features "The Song of Moses, " where music is celebrated through words while evoking the enchanting sounds of the orgue portatif.