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Vernis Martin Style Art Cased Erard
Some of the great “Art Cased” pianos, much like master work paintings, are unique objects made with little regard to cost - such instruments are extraordinarily rare.
Howard Jones - Steinway Model D
For those of us at Piano Auctions who remember the 1980s with fondness, electro synth pop provides a suitably poignant sound track.
Auction Update - 5th April 2022
We are delighted to announce that our next auction will be taking place on Tuesday 5th April 22. View the catalogue and book your appointments to view.
Yamaha - December 2021
Due in part to superb construction and constant research, Yamaha have become the leading manufacturer of high quality reasonably priced instruments.
Steinway - December 2021
While the brand recognition of many traditional piano manufacturers has diminished over the last few decades, the appeal of Steinway and Sons has endured.
The Stanhope Collection - December 2021
The Stanhope Collection of Historical Musical Instruments was begun by George Veness in 1987. At this time many such instruments were for sale, with very few takers. Some were renovated by notable restorers but as the collection grew it became necessary to establish a specialist workshop.
Auction Update - December 2021
We are delighted to announce that we are changing the venue for our auctions.
Lot 100 - September 2021
We are delighted to offer this fantastic Steinway (c2021) in our upcoming September Auction.
Yamaha - September 2021
Due in part to superb construction and constant research, Yamaha have become the leading manufacturer of high quality reasonably priced instruments.
Steinway - September 2021
While the brand recognition of many traditional piano manufacturers has diminished over the last few decades, the appeal of Steinway and Sons has endured.
Exciting Additional Lots - September 21
There is always room for one more (or two in this instance).
We are very pleased to be offering an extraordinarily rare….
Goff Instruments - June 2021
The lawyer turned harpsichord maker, Thomas Goff who was faintly related to royalty, collaborated with the celebrated cabinet maker Joseph C Cobby on most of his output.
Steinway - June 2021
While the brand recognition of many traditional piano manufacturers has diminished over the last few decades, the appeal of Steinway and Sons has endured.
Yamaha - June 2021
Due in part to superb construction and constant research, Yamaha have become the leading manufacturer of high quality reasonably priced instruments.
Petrof - June 2021
Established in Old Bohemia in 1864 by Anton Petrof, this famous manufacturer rode the turbulent waves of European history, producing instruments of the highest quality despite the misfortune and inconvenience of various world wars, unexpected family death, outbreaks of cholera and from 1948 the dread hand of state control.
Steinway - April 2021
While the brand recognition of many traditional piano manufacturers has diminished over the last few decades, the appeal of Steinway and Sons has endured.
Niccolo Campi - April 2021
“The Harpsichord is the lord of all instruments in the world” wrote the Neapolitan composer Giovanni Maria Trabaci in Il Secondo Libro de Ricercate in 1615.
Andreas Christensen Designed By Poul Henningsen - April 2021
Andreas Christensen began production in 1912 and over the next twenty five years employed the services of some of the most innovative contemporary designers in the pursuit of cutting edge modernity.
Historical Early Keyboard Recreations - April 2021
The great early music revival that began in the late 19th century and reached its zenith in this country in the 1950s saw the emergence of craftsmen interested in the accurate reproduction of historical instruments such as the harpsichord, virginal and wing spinet.
Rescheduled Auction Date
Due to the current COVID-19 situation and legislation we have rescheduled our auction which was due to take place on the 23rd March 2021.
This auction will now take place on Tuesday 27th April 2021.