Year of production: 1795
Serial number: 720
Action: English Fortepiano action
Length: 2.35m
SOLD: Fortepiano instruments from this early period of piano making are particularly sought after by collectors. This grand piano has been carefully partially restored in order to present a special example of the history of the development of the pianoforte in a museum, as Stodart had a significant influence.
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88 practical answers to fascinating questions about the piano.
2 checklists: ‘What Is My Piano Worth?’ and ‘What to Do If Your Piano Has Ivory Keys.
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