BECHSTEIN CONCERT GRAND, BERLIN, 1869

In the 2nd half of the 19th century, Carl Bechstein newly developed concert grand pianos. Very quickly he gained the highest esteem. The musicians Franz Liszt, Hans von Bülow, Richard Wagner were amongst his most loyal fans and strongly appreciated his instruments. 

Technical data:

• Inscription: C. BECHSTEIN. Hof-Liefereant Sr. Maj. des Konig's BERLIN
• Compass: 7 octaves (AAA-a'''')
• Keyboard: naturals in ivory, sharps in ebony
• Pedals: 2: controlling keyboard shift - dampers
• Dimensions: L 240 cm / W 143 cm
• Case: rosewood hand polished
• Serial number: 3696
• Chris Maene Collection number: CM 13 274
• Condition: restored to concert level, Chris Maene workshop 2017
• Location: 3 - Museum headquarters "Piano's Maene" Ruiselede