A Master of Touch: The Life and Legacy of Pascal-Joseph Taskin Born in the small Belgian town of Theux on July 27, 1723, Pascal-Joseph Taskin emerged into a world poised between the waning grandeur of the Baroque era and the burgeoning elegance of the Rococo. Though born within the Holy Roman Empire, his destiny lay firmly rooted in France, specifically in the vibrant artistic heart of Paris. His journey to becoming one of the most celebrated harpsichord makers of the 18th century was not one of immediate acclaim, but rather a gradual ascent fueled by meticulous craftsmanship and an innovati…