Lot 22 - Bechstein (c2008) - | Est. £10,000 - £15,000
A 5ft 3in Model 160 Academy grand piano in a bright ebonised case on square tapered legs.
Condition Report:
LOT 22 – BECHSTEIN GRAND
Casework: Is in generally good condition but there are one or two surface scratches, most notably to the back of the top lid. There are also one or two areas of damage, a little bit of abrasion to the bass cheek block to the side and a little bit of damage at the treble end at the bottom underneath the cheek block itself to the side of the piano. So, nothing serious but these do need to be factored in.
Frame, Pins, Strings, Soundboard and Bridges: Are all very good.
Hammers and Action: The action is good. Perhaps a hammer shaping required but the piano sounds very nice without.
Keys and Keyboard: Is plastic and is in very good condition.
General Notes: All in all, a super piano which needs a little bit of cosmetic fettling and will then be ready to go.
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 14th September.
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 .
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VIEWING
Viewing for this auction is by appointment only. We have three viewing days as follows ;
Saturday 16th September 9am-5pm, Sunday 17th September 9am-5pm, Monday 18th September 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 19th September 2023
Bidding online: you can bid online by registering with one of the following;
www.the-saleroom.com - (an extra charge of 4.95% + VAT applies.)
www.easyliveauction.com - (a £3 registration fee applies.)
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