Sketch Design
~Unique and Unprecedented~
Steinway & Sons created many unique, custom-built pianos that never entered into large scale factory production. These unprecedented and unique pianos are classified as a “Sketch Design”.
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~Unique and Unprecedented~
Steinway & Sons created many unique, custom-built pianos that never entered into large scale factory production. These unprecedented and unique pianos are classified as a “Sketch Design”.
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Steinway M 1927 Mahogany “Sheraton”
Serial #259266
Year: 1927
Model: M
Size: 5′ 7″
Style: Sketch Design
Finish: Satin
Color/Wood: Mahogany
Condition: Needing Restoration
New Cost From Steinway: Over US $75,000
Retail Value after Restoration: US $46,000
Retail Value as is: US $17,000
Wholesale Selling Price US $11,500
This very rare case design, Sketch No. 923-A Sheraton, has an perfect soundboard with no cracks and a good crown. The beautiful ivory keys are in impeccable condition. The action is free in working. The case could use some repair and refinishing and the piano only needs a small amount of restoration which we can do for you at wholesale prices using 100% genuine New York Steinway parts, if requested. This piano is priced low for a quick sale.
Contact us about the Steinway M 1927 Mahogany Sketch No. 923-A Sheraton
Steinway B 1896 Louis XIV
Serial #86579
Year: 1896
Model: B
Size: 6′ 10-1/2″
Style: Louis XIV Art Case
Finish: High Polish
Color/Wood: White Ivory
Condition: Completely Rebuilt by Steinway & Sons, Inc.
Retail Value: US$ 285,000
Wholesale Price: US$ 197,900
This most rare, one-of-a-kind, Louis XIV art case Steinway Model B Grand is one of the most elegant case designed ever manufactured by Steinway & Sons, Inc. This Steinway has been completely rebuilt at the Steinway & Sons New York factory in June of 2010. This piano is of the finest concert quality, and is both beautiful to look at and to hear. One will not find this type of Steinway anywhere but at www.American-Steinway.com. We have complete documentation and certification of all the restoration that has been completed on this magnificent Steinway. It is ready to be delivered to your home today. Delivery is included at the wholesale price above (USA and Canada only) or to your port. Our price includes a matching music cabinet to complete the decor of your room!
Steinway L 1942 Walnut Chippendale
Serial #312819
Year: 1942
Model: L
Size: 5′ 10-1/2″
Style: Chippendale
Finish: Satin
Color/Wood: Walnut
Condition: Restored
Retail Price by Steinway New: over US $90,000
Retail Selling Price: US $57,000
Our Wholesale Price: US $39,500
This rare Model L Steinway Chippendale piano was professionally rebuilt and refinished with its original sound board by one of the great Steinway-trained Master Craftsman. The newer action has all Steinway parts. This piano has been beautifully refinished as well. The full rich rich bass and the beautiful bell-like tone makes this piano an incredible work of art both for the artist and connoisseur of music and fine instruments alike!
Steinway B 1915 Walnut
Serial #172766
Year: 1915
Model: B
Size: 6′ 10-1/2″
Style: Louis XV
Finish: Polished
Color/Wood: Walnut
Condition: Rebuilt
New Cost: US$ 125,000
Retail Value: US$ 95,000
Wholesale Price: US$ 49,500
This is a spectacular restoration on a breathtaking piano. The finish is polished over a much heavier grained walnut than usual–the grain looks almost like mahogany. It looks new when you lift the lid. It has an original sound board with a spectacular sound, and the remainder of the piano has been properly rebuilt and restored by one of the most well-respected, top Steinway piano rebuilders. It has all new, New York Steinway action parts with new hammers as well. This Steinway Louis XV comes with the original matching bench. This very special and rare piano plays like a dream!