Interesting Viennese fortepiano, early 19th century. The... Lot 291

Interesting Viennese fortepiano, early 19th century.
The piano forte has 5 feet, a 6-octave mechanical keyboard, ebony keys and ivory veneer.
The paintings are not contemporary with the piano forte itself, and have been painted on a mahogany veneer, but with missing parts on the top.
The stand, too, is not original and has been rebuilt in the style of Johann Fritz forte pianos.
The case has been repainted at a very late date with a blue background. The painting on the top of the lid, which is not original, is composed of 3 different scenes, certainly inspired by a painting by Tiepolo.
The mechanism has also been reworked, as have the knee pads.
A much-reworked instrument with similarities, restored in the style of pianos made by Johann Fritz around 1810-1840.
H. 92.5 cm - W. 223 cm - D. 119.5 cm
The action has been completely restored by Mr. Frederic Leblanc.

Expert : Guy ESTIMBRE

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