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Square Piano by Perry, R
Maker:
Perry, R
Number of manuals:
One
Year:
1809
Museum:
National Museum of American History
Date Range
1800-1850
Current Location:
North America
Material:
Mahogany
Painter:
Pedals:
Catalogue Number:
CEP-2475
Origin:
North America
Type:
Square Piano
This square piano was made by Richard Perry in New York, New York around 1809-1811. Piano makers named Perry are known in Dublin and Belfast in the early 19th century. Richard Perry, possibly and immigrant from Ireland, was recorded in New York only from 1809-1811. This piano has a compass of FF-c4, an English double action, double-strings throughout, tuning pins on right, wood frame, and a mahogany case
Credit: Smithsonian
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