Heavily Carved Quarter Sawn Oak Cabinet
Circa: 1897 | Length: N/A
Restoration Status: Not Restored
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Ivers & Pond was one of the top names in piano manufacturing during the late 19th and early 20th Century. Established in 1880, they built pianos consistently until about 1983, well over 100 years. This piano is made of heavily carved quarter sawn oak wood, which is very rare in Victorian era pianos. Most pianos of the period were made of imported and exotic wood like mahogany and rosewood, but few were made of common oak. It wasn't until the early 20th Century when the Arts & Crafts movement took hold that oak because popular in piano building. As a result, highly carved oak pianos are scarce today. This piano will be restored to perfection, and would be a centerpiece for any home. It has a nice brilliant tone, which has been described as warm and soothing to listen to. This piano can be fitted with a computerized player system if desired.