Lot 108 - Blüthner (c1934) - | Est. £2,000 - £2,500 - Amendment
Amendment: A 4ft 11in Style 4 grand piano in a walnut case on square tapered legs.
Ivory Registration Number: MNADUC4J
Condition Report:
LOT 108 – BLÜTHNER GRAND
Is in a walnut case.
Casework: The case is in generally good condition considering its age. There are areas of water damage but these are fairly mild, there is fading and there are one or two scratches and a little breakdown of the polish. The breakdown of the polish and the water marks are most severe on the underside of the fold-forward part of the top lid, so please bear this in mind.
Frame and Soundboard: Are generally good. There is evidence of competently executed shims and some of these look as if they might be opening again, but this is having no bearing and should not be of concern. Somebody has left a damp cloth on the soundboard, presumably during cleaning, and this has left white water marks on the soundboard under the frame at the treble end. The pins and stringing are good.
Keys and Keyboard: Is ivory and is in good condition and needs nothing more than a clean.
Hammers and Action: Are good.
General Notes: This is a nice little piano. It plays well and sounds good.
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% incl. VAT
More pictures of this lot will be uploaded on Thursday 23rd March.
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.
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 25th March 9am-5pm, Sunday 26th March 9am-5pm, Monday 27th March 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 28th March 2023
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