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Bord Ornate French Upright Piano 1867
$ 26400
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Description
This handsome mid-nineteenth century upright French pianoforte (built in 1867) has a number of distinguishing characteristics to make it a great collector's item.The stylistic features setting this 19th century masterpiece apart from other pianos of its era include solid brass lettered inlays, ormolu style brass decorations across and around front and sides, side panel handles, oval pewter
bas-relief
medallions, and solid brass candelabras.
This piano has been brought to such a level of excellence as to be suitable as a museum piece as well as a playable instrument for a home. The piano is in perfect working order, having been carefully restored by a master craftsman. The ivory keyboard is in perfect condition and the piano's action has undergone a complete refurbishment. This piano has been regulated, voiced, and tuned to pitch.
The following is an itemized list of newly installed components:
Northern Rock Maple pinblock (for stable tuning)
Tuning pins, strings, bridle straps for repetition
Dampers, felt punchings (front rail and balance rail)
Pedal guide felts and nameboard felt
Feel free to ask any questions. Price is negotiable.