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Antique Framed Print : Grand Piano, 1720 (cypress, boxwood, paint, leather, fir)
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Grand Piano, 1720 (cypress, boxwood, paint, leather, fir)
3526051 Grand Piano, 1720 (cypress, boxwood, paint, leather, fir) by Italian School, (18th century); 86.5 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Bartolomeo Cristofori (Padua 1655-1731 Florence) was the first person to create a successful hammer-action keyboard instrument and, accordingly, deserves to be credited as the inventor of the piano. This is the oldest of three extant pianos by him.
); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22987432
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Grand Piano Hammer Keyboard Mechanism Painted Piano Pianoforte Stringed Zither
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the Grand Piano, 1720, a remarkable creation by Bartolomeo Cristofori, an Italian inventor and musician. Crafted with exquisite detail using cypress, boxwood, paint, leather, and fir materials, this piano is a true masterpiece of the 18th century. Standing at an impressive height of 86.5 cm, this grand piano resides in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Its historical significance cannot be overstated as it represents Cristofori's groundbreaking invention - the hammer-action keyboard instrument that would later evolve into what we know today as the piano. The craftsmanship displayed in this photograph highlights not only its musical capabilities but also its artistic beauty. The painted details on its surface add to its allure and make it a stunning piece of furniture as well. It is worth noting that this particular piano holds immense importance due to its age; it is recognized as the oldest surviving example among three pianos created by Cristofori himself. As you gaze upon this image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, take a moment to appreciate both the ingenuity behind its mechanism and the harmonious melodies that have resonated from within throughout history.
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