A Wilhelm Spaethe boudoir grand piano decorated in a Chinoiserie style art case. An original label dates the piano to 1910, model’Flugel 170′. The piano is a substantially built German overstrung example raised on square tapering legs with a classic art nouveau’sunburst’ music stand. The Chinoiserie hand painted case is in fair condition with age related wear and tear. Some of this is due to sunlight, where loss of definition to some of the work is present such as the top of the lid, whereas the underside front section is in good original order. The inlaid brass makers name is overpainted but the wording is clearly visible. Please explore the photos to appreciate the condition which is variable across the whole. Past renovation and maintenance work is present throughout and there is scope to extend elements of the work in the future. The most recent work has been to carefully clean the piano out and service the mechanism to a high standard. In order to do this the hammer flanges were re-pinned, hammers re-shaped, keybed felts all replaced and the installation of non-ivory key coverings. It is noted that entire keyboard has been re-bushed in recent years along with replacement of the damper felts. The piano is tuned to concert pitch. It is likely the piano was built as an ebonised model and the decoration either applied to order at the time of manufacture, or at a later date. A chrome plaque is present for’Lytham Barnes’, New York. The company was most active just prior to WW1 and they may have been the original agents for the piano and commissioned the casework but this is only a suggestion. However, the company is known for the supply of a limited number of decorative pianos during the early twentieth century. The company survives today but specialising in furniture restoration only. In general a stunning and rare piece for any period property or collector, good musical qualities with a rich and warm tone often found in vintage top German brands. Length: 170cm (5ft 8) Width: 152cm. Please ask any questions.