John Broadwood and Sons, London ca. 1830 - 1840

This grand fortepiano was made by John Broadwood and Sons in London approx. between 1830 - 1840 and is in full original and playable condition. The case is made in rosewood with wooden applications, typical Broadwood "duck-feet-pedals" (dampers and una corda), original tuning pins, soundboard, wrestplank and bridge are in excellent condition. The instrument is handwritten signed on the first key and the action.
This elegant fortepiano sounds very strong and dark.

The lyra was not assembled for taking the photos, but it exists.

Dimensions: Length: 203 cm, Width: 131 cm
Compass: 7 Octaves.