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Square Piano by Bornhoeft, J
Maker:
Bornhoeft, J
Number of manuals:
One
Year:
c.1845
Museum:
National Museum of American History
Date Range
1800-1850
Current Location:
North America
Material:
Rosewood
Painter:
Pedals:
Two
Catalogue Number:
CEP-139
Origin:
North America
Type:
Square Piano
This piano was made by John Bornhoeft in New York, New York around 1845-1850. This is the only known instrument by this maker. This piano has a compass of CC-c5, single-strings for first 6 notes, the rest are double-strings, 2 pedals: dampers and moderator, an iron string plate frame, and a rosewood case with an elaborately carved stand
Credit: Smithsonian
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