Serial number: 18342. This superior quality piano was manufactured in Germany, between the years of 1905-1909, and has a walnut casing.
As one can see in the photos, the piano structure was previously modernised features and decorations were removed to make the piano more suitable for the market in the mid-1900’s. However, the internal workings are that of the esteemed Carl Ecke make and proper, pre-war German quality of sound and feel! It is also a tall piano that would make a statement in any home.
The casing finish is not great so we would like to paint it. The piano has 88 keys, with beautiful ivory naturals, a light to medium touch weight and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are a height of 138 cm, width of 157.5 cm and a depth of 68.5 cm.
The JAE 460 Carl Ecke Upright Pianoforte with stool is currently available at a reduced charge or will be repainted… whichever comes first!
This premier quality piano can be hired as is at a reduced monthly charge due to its finish not being in the best state or it will be painted and offered to hire at a price that better matches its value.
Current hire price, on special: a launch charge of R 1550.00 and a reduced monthly charge of R 395.00 for the first eight months.
Here is some more information about modernised pianos…
Referred to as ‘English Reconditions’, there was a period where tradesmen altered the original outer structures of pianos, adjusting the appearance of the pianos to adapt to current demand. The pianos were thus rebuilt and ‘modernised’. Changes included modification of the panel and overall shape; removal of mouldings and decoration and even, sometimes, the piano legs were changed. The most common and obvious change was usually with the top panel.
Other examples of modernised pianos are the JAE 117 George Rogers Upright Piano, DE 275 Fritz Kuhla Upright Piano and DE 530 Kellman Upright Piano