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A George III square piano by Johannes Zumpe and Gabriel Buntebart, circa 1773
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, ivory
- 79cm. high, by 127cm. wide by 48cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 4ft. 2in., 1ft. 7in.
the plain mahogany case with a nameboard bearing a boxwood tablet with the inscription "Johannes Zumpe et Buntebart Londini fecerunt 1773, Princes Street, Hanover Square", London 1773
Disposition
Compass GG to F3
Simple English Action with two handstops for sustaining divided at Middle C
and a handoperated buff stop, on a trestle stand with ebonised mouldings
Disposition
Compass GG to F3
Simple English Action with two handstops for sustaining divided at Middle C
and a handoperated buff stop, on a trestle stand with ebonised mouldings
Provenance
Neumeister, Munich, 28 September, 2000.
Condition
In fine restored condition, with soundboard probably replaced but with original bridge. Later stand. In playing condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."