Grand Piano by Fritz, J
Maker:
Fritz, J
Year:
1811
Museum:
Chris Maene Collection
Date Range
1800-1850
Current Location:
[object Object]
Material:
Painter:
Type:
Grand Piano
Johann Fritz was among the leading piano builders in Vienna in the early 19th century.
His instruments were not only praised by the aristocracy for their elegant cabinet style, but were also highly valued for their tonal quality, which is regarded as the missing link between the five-octave instruments of Anton Walter and the later, larger models of Conrad Graf.
Technical data:
Inscription: Johann Fritz in Vien
Compass: 6 octaves (FF-f'''')
Keyboard: naturals in ivory, sharps in ebony
Pedals: 4: bassoon - controlling keyboard shift - moderator - damping
Dimensions: L 223 cm / W 117 cm
Chris Maene Collection number: CM 21 340
Condition: restored to concert level
Location: 3 - Museum headquarters "Piano's Maene" Ruiselede