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Rococo Style Steinway Centennial Concert Grand Carved Rosewood

$144,542.58
£105,650
€124,299.39
CA$198,507.56
A$222,169.18
CHF 116,006.99
MX$2,710,476.97
NOK 1,472,556.47
SEK 1,397,365.42
DKK 928,209.10
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Rococo style, 1874, Steinway & Sons Centennial concert grand piano with a rosewood case, filigree music desk and ornately carved, reverse scroll legs. Piano is rebuilt. The piano cheek features a carved, Classical meander and acanthus in high relief. The two-pedal piano lyre features carved inverted fish, c-scrolls and a central cartouche. The music desk in an openwork arabesque design and a central lyre motif. A sinuous wave pattern double moulding surrounds the cabinet base. At the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, there were several manufacturer's competitions, including a piano competition. The Steinway company sent two grand pianos displaying their latest developments, demonstrating the firm's innovative and markedly improved piano quality. Their determined pursuit of quality was rewarded at the world exhibition with a gold medal. Steinway won the competition against several established, well-known American piano makers, including Chickering and Sons and Weber. This Steinway concert grand piano is the direct predecessor of today's Model 'D', and has become known as the "Centennial grand". It remained in production until 1878. Besbrode Pianos rebuilt Steinway collection An exclusive product range that no other UK dealer can offer. What makes us different? Our Steinways are rebuilt in Germany by Steinway Academy Trained technicians using 100% Steinway parts. Benefits of a Rebuilt Steinway Piano? Access to the Steinway sound and touch at a more accessible price point compared to new models. A rebuilt Steinway is essentially a new instrument, reborn to meet the standards of the most demanding musician, whilst acquiring a collector's piece enriched with the antique styling and exquisite veneers of a vintage Steinway cabinet. Why Rebuild a Steinway Piano? Over the course of a few decades due to factors such as heavy use or storage ambient conditions, it may be desirable to rebuild an instrument. The rebuilding process ensures not only that the piano retains its legendary tonal qualities but also meets modern performance standards. A cabinet over time may suffer knocks or scratches. During a rebuild the piano is sent to to the Inam factory in Germany to be repolished. Work Undertaken During Rebuild Keyboard - New Steinway Klüge keyboard is fitted. Soundboard - Each is assessed individually. Piano is stored in 6 degree ambient humidity to test the soundboard and see if any gaps form. If required, the soundboard is shimmed. Soundboard stripped and refinished. Frame - The frame is sanded down and re-gilded in Steinway gold. Cabinet - Cabinet is stripped. Any missing pieces restored. Cabinet is repolished at Inam factory where all new Steinways are polished. Wrestplank - This is original. A replacement wrestplank can only be undertaken at Steinway workshops. Soundboard - This is original. A replacement soundboard can only be undertaken at Steinway workshops. Action - A brand new Steinway action is installed. All parts are brand new and complete. New dampers New bushings New wippens New bridges New hammers New strings New agraffes New felts New pins An investment in sound and craftsmanship Owning a Steinway is an investment in sound and a lifetime of musical exploration, a meeting of elegance, legacy, and technology, all under the revered Steinway name. Whether for personal enjoyment, professional performance, or as a cornerstone of a collection, a Steinway is poised to enrich the lives of those who play it, for generations to come.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 58.27 in (148 cm)Depth: 106.3 in (270 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1874
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use. Rebuilt in Germany by Steinway academy trained technicians using 100% Steinway parts.
  • Seller Location:
    Leeds, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref 25901stDibs: LU6879229751452

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