Lot 107 - Steinway (c1891) - | Est. £4,000 - £6,000
A 6ft 85-note 'old-style' Model A grand piano in a bright ebonised case on square tapered legs; together with a stool. This instrument has been restored in the past.
Lot 107 Steinway Model A
The case is in generally good condition and has been re-finished to a reasonably good standard. There are, however, areas of damage, most notably to the top of the base arm and there are various light scratches to the front and back of the top lid. Please note the screws are missing from one side of the locking bar and these will need to be replaced. Also, there is an area of damage to the left hand side of the upper lock rail.
The pins and strings acceptable but there is corrosion to both and this will need to be cleaned off. The frame is good and has been re-gilded although the frame lettering has not been repainted black. The bridges are good. The soundboard is acceptable but there are splits forming and these will need repair.
The action looks good but will need a little regulation. The keyboard is in good condition and the material used for covering is modern plastic.
Please note although perfectly in keeping, we believe that the music rest is a replacement.
This report is based on a cursory examination and is our opinion only. It does not constitute a guarantee and potential buyers should satisfy themselves about the lot before bidding.
Buyers Premium: 24% plus VAT
More pictures of this lot will be uploaded on Thursday 11th April.
Specific photographs, videos & condition report are available on request.
Additional Information
All instrument fitted with ivory keys dating pre 1975 will be registered with DEFRA & APHA under the new ivory act 2018. All pianos dating from 1947 – 1975 with ivory keys will have an Article 10 certificate in place before it is sold.
If you would like bid on this lot please contact us to register for a telephone or to leave an absentee bid .
Alternatively bid online please visit www.easyliveauction.com
VIEWING
Viewing for this auction is by appointment only. We have three viewing days as follows ;
Saturday 13th April 9am-5pm, Sunday 14th April 9am-5pm, Monday 15th April 9am-5pm.
Please note that there will no viewing on auction day.
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For people who cannot come to the viewing, we are happy to supply full condition reports, extra photographs and video clips on request. Our piano specialists will also be happy to discuss any of the pianos in this auction with you, over the telephone.
BIDDING AT AUCTION
This auction will be held online and in real time at 12 noon on Tuesday 16th April 2024
Bidding online: you can bid online by registering with one of the following;
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Telephone Bidding: You can book a telephone line with us to bid over the phone. Lines are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. All telephone bids must be booked with the auctioneer by 11am on the morning of the auction.
Commission Bidding: You may leave a written bid. The auctioneer will then bid incrementally on your behalf during the sale up to the maximum amount you have chosen. If the final bid is less than your maximum bid you will only have to pay this lower price.
DELIVERY AND PIANO REMOVAL
Piano Auctions approved carriers are Griffin Transport UK (+44) 01923 711711 or info@griffintransport.co.uk and Butler Smith Specialist Carriers (+44) 01487 814263 or info@butlersmith.com.
We suggest obtaining a quote before buying at our auctions so you can take this cost into account.
Your own transport company can be used but you/they will have to arrange a collection slot with Griffin Transport UK.
All pianos must be removed from the venue by 16:00 on the Thursday following the auction. Any piano that has not been collected will incur charges. See our Terms & Conditions.
AUCTION INFORMATION
VENUE
Griffin Transport UK
1 Sydney Road
Watford
WD18 7XX