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Knabe 5'8" French
Provincial Grand
in Carved Black Walnut
S O L D
PIANO:
Knabe,
5’8” French Provincial Grand Piano & Bench, serial
# 108702
Finish:
Carved Black Walnut
Satin Finish.
Description:
Made by one of the most respected quality makers, Knabe was
the official piano of the Metropolitan Opera until the 1980's.
Favored by musicians and enthusiasts, Knabe was always the best
combination of beautiful workmanship, cabinetry and warm tone.
This piano is quite rare as it was fashioned of of now almost
extinct American Black Walnut and is hand-carved with flowers and
other details in the French Provinicial Style. Made in East
Rochester, NYin the Fall of 1931, this piano was originally
outfitted with an Ampico Reproducing Player System. The player
system was removed by the original owner and it was subsequently
purchased by a well-to-do lady in White Plains. Upon her
death, it was moved to her son's house in Upstate NY. In honor
of their mother, the piano was routinely tuned but not played.
Finally, it was decided to sell the piano. We opted to restore
this piano as it was in immaculate condition with hammers that could
not be replaced today. The ivory keys are in great condition
and the soundboard is pristine. We have chosen to refinish the
cabinet to restore its incredible case to new condition. This
is a rare and magnificent example of wood and craftsmanship of the
old days which is almost truly extinct today! Note the unique
insetting of the French leg into the rim. This is a museum
piece.
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