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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Steinway B 1917 Mahogany “Louis XV”

Steinway B 1917 Mahogany
Serial #190565
Year: 1917
Model: B
Size: 6′ 10 1/2″
Style: Louis XV
Finish: Satin Luster
Color/Wood: Indian Rosewood
Condition: Excellent, completely rebuilt
Retail Value: US$ 126,000
Wholesale Price: US$ 84,500

The most spectacular Louis XV style mahogany, toned in Indian rosewood piano is in superb condition. The piano has an new soundboard, with all new Renner action parts: hammers, shanks, flanges, whippens, back checks, let off buttons, bridges and a new Bolduc pin block. It has been restrung with new agraffes as well. This piano has a large dynamic range with the most colorful and splendid sound, look and feel. Simply one of the most gorgeous and incredible Steinway grand pianos found anywhere.

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Steinway M 1925 Mahogany “Louis XV”

Steinway M 1925 Mahogany Used PianoSteinway M 1925 Mahogany “Louis XV”
Serial #231678
Year: 1925
Model: M
Size: 5′ 7″
Style: Louis XV
Finish: Satin
Color/Wood: Ribbon Mahogany
Condition: Original Condition
Retail value after rebuilding: $65,000
Retail Value as is: $21,000
Wholesale Price: $16,000

This 1925 Steinway “Louis XV” was originally a Duo Art. The player part was completely taken out sometime in the 1960’s, and there is no trace of it anywhere. The ivories are in great shape, and there are no cracks in the soundboard. It has all original parts. This piano can be used as with minor reconditioning is, or we can rebuilt it for you.

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Steinway M 1925 Mahogany “Louis XV”

Steinway M 1925 Mahogany Louis XV Rebuilt Piano 236066Steinway M 1925 Mahogany “Louis XV”
Serial #236066
Year: 1925
Model: M
Size: 5′ 7″
Style: “Louis XV”
Finish: Semi-gloss
Color/Wood: Mahogany
Condition: Completely Rebuilt and Refinished
Retail Value: $85,000
Wholesale Price: $64,500

This is a Steinway Model M in a Louis XV style, scalloped case, and complemented by ivory keys. This piano has been completely restored with a new sound board, new pin block and new Renner action parts. A great vintage piano from Steinway’s golden years!

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Steinway L 1929 Walnut “Queen Anne”

Steinway L 1929 Walnut "Queen Anne" Rebuilt Piano 269158Steinway L 1929 Walnut “Queen Anne”
Serial #269158
Year: 1929
Model: L
Size: 5′ 11″
Style: “Queen Anne”
Finish: Semi-gloss
Color/Wood: Walnut
Condition: Completely Rebuilt and Refinished
Retail Value: US $77,500
Wholesale Price: US $64,500

This is a one of a kind Steinway Queen Anne, Model L with a beautiful set of ivory keys and exceptional sound. This piano has been completely restored with a new sound board, new pin block and new Renner action parts. A great vintage piano from Steinway’s golden years!

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