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Good square piano by Christopher Ganer circa 1790-1795, the ...

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£1,000 - £1,500

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Good square piano by Christopher Ganer circa 1790-1795, the mahogany case with multiple stringing and satinwood crossbanding, the satinwood and rosewood crossbanded fascia board inscribed Christopher Ganer Musical Instrument Maker, Broad Street, Golden Square, London, the five octave keyboard, FF to f3, with ivory naturals and ebony accidentals, single action with overdampers, one hand lever controlling the damper-lift, the crossbanded stand with square tapering legs inlaid with boxwood lines and terminating in brass caps and castors, 61.5" wide, 21" deep

*The instrument is also accompanied by a comprehensive restoration report with photos undertaken by David P. Hunt in 1992 and an insurance valuation also from David P. Hunt dated September 1992 for £5000

**Ivory sale submission reference ED5JPCM5

More Information

This keyboard is in playable condition and the damper lever works.
However it needs servicing and the action regulating to optimise playing condition. There are no structural problems evident. personal view always advised when possible.

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Auction Date: 6th Dec 2024 at 10am

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