Lot 42 - Schimmel (c1988) - | Est. £7,000 - £9,000
A 5ft 8in Model 174T grand piano in bright walnut case on square tapered legs.
Lot 42 - Schimmel Model 174T grand piano
The case is in generally good condition although there is obvious fade, most notable on the top lid and there is an area of veneer movement below the front of the face side, above the leg.
The stringing is good although there is very light corrosion to the treble strings - this will clean easily. The frame soundboard and bridges are all in good order.
The action is good and plays responsively.
The keyboard is in good condition and the material used for covering is plastic.
This is a fine piano that one could live with quite happily as is. However, if the case fading was a problem then this fine instrument would justify any re-polish work
Schimmel make beautiful pianos that are relatively rare in this country.
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.
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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.
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VIEWING
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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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BIDDING AT AUCTION
This auction will be held online and in real time at 12 noon on Tuesday 16th April 2024
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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.
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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