Rare Bechstein Model 6 Upright Grand Piano With Ornate Black Case C. 1908
Rare Bechstein Model 6 Upright Grand Piano With Ornate Black Case C. Bechstein Model 6 upright grand piano with ornate black case. This piano was made in 1908 during the golden age of Berlin piano manufacturing, serial number 85618. At 145cm tall, it is the tallest upright ever made by Bechstein. Features include: stunning ebonised cabinet with beautiful fretwork panel, ornate tuned legs and fluted cheeks, full overstrung iron frame, 7 1/4 octaves, 88 note keyboard, smooth touch, powerful bass and singing treble. This rare piano is in original condition and good working order with some wear and tear commensurate with age. Whilst still a fine instrument, it can also be fully restored to as new condition (price on request). W 154cm x H 145cm x D 68cm. Carl Bechstein opened his piano manufactory in Berlin, Germany in 1853 (the same year Steinway established the Steinway factory in New York). S reputation for building superior instruments spread quickly and during the 19th Century Bechstein became one of the most celebrated piano builders in the world. Early Bechstein pianos were known for having a very melodic tonal quality and longevity enjoyed by many of the most illustrious composers of the time, including, Liszt, Wagner, Ravel and Debussy. Died in 1900, leaving the firm to his sons Carl Jr. The firm continued to celebrate massive success well into the 20th Century. Bechstein is one of the few piano manufacturers in the world to survive 160+ years, and they are still building exceptional pianos today. Excludes Scottish Highlands, Cornwall, selected other locations. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & DJ Equipment\Pianos, Keyboards & Organs\Pianos\Upright Pianos”. The seller is “1728pianos” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom.
- Number of Keys: 88
- Size: Large
- MPN: 85618
- Year Manufactured: 1908
- Weight: 300KG
- Colour: Black
- Vintage: Yes
- Brand: Bechstein
- Weighted Keys: Yes
- Type: Upright Piano
- Number of Pedals: 2
- Length: 154
- Instrument: Upright Piano
- Model: C. Bechstein 6
- Height: 145cm
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
- Experience Level: Advanced
- Finish: Ebony
- Width: 154cm
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