Rare & Exotic

Vintage Steinway Grands

Piano Restoration is an Art and the Steinway Piano Gallery service technicians are master craftsmen who unite meticulous precision and timeless beauty. Each piano is handled with care throughout every step of the process. Admiring their work is always a pleasure, but when something genuinely exotic and rare is restored- something with a history to match- that piano becomes a true masterpiece that makes itself heard even before the keys are touched.

Some of the most exquisite pianos restored by Steinway Piano Gallery technicians include an 1865 ornate Rosewood square-rimmed Grand piano; a treasured heirloom which belonged to the Cartier family of jewelers; a Steinway “Modern” Piano with Art-Deco style and a Steinway “Spanish” Piano with beautiful carvings and curly legs.

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Ornate Rosewood Grand

This beautiful instrument was built in 1865, only seven years after Steinway & Sons first piano in the United States was built, and the two pianos are almost identical. The original was built in 1857, just years after Heinrich Steinway first arrived in the U.S. from Germany. The workbench on which he made this piano can still be seen at Steinway Hall in New York City. The technology used when this piano was built makes this instrument a very modern piano, even by today's standards. This piano remains one of the most important Steinways ever built as a work of art.

It has been suggested for many years that the case of solid Brazilian rosewood carvings were done by Gustav of the Herter Family, the most important American cabinetmakers in the U.S. in the third quarter of the 19th century. The original one-of-a-kind, first Steinway art-case grand piano serial # 1225 is currently on display at Steinway Hall at 109 West 57th Street in New York City. The 1865 piano, serial # owned by the Kelley Family, is currently on display at Steinway Piano Gallery.

Cartier Piano

The Cartier Family found its niche in the world of luxury timepieces in the 20^th century. Crafting their products of the finest, most durable and exquisite materials, the Cartier name hold an esteemed position in both luxury watches and jewelry. For a family who enjoys an expertise and craftsmanship that has set their jewelry apart from the ordinary, it is only natural that their choice of piano would be that which sets the standard for uncompromising quality, the Steinway Grand.

The Steinway Piano Gallery in Bonita Springs had the pleasure of rebuilding and refinishing the Cartier family’s Model A 6’2” Mahogany Steinway. Circa 1907, this gorgeous and rare piano has been fully restored. One of the most unique and interesting instruments currently offered in the Gallery, some of its noteworthy attributes include a rarely seen configuration of six legs and original ivory keys. A Cartier Family Heirloom for decades, the family has memories of the likes of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Henry Firestone gathered around the piano singing Christmas Carols.

Steinway “Spanish”

This incredible work of art was built in the pre-depression era of 1927. Steinway considered it their “Spanish” style and this beautiful 5’7” grand is in a handsome warm walnut satin finish. Its uniqueness includes six spiral carved legs and hand-carvings on the side, legs and music desk.

 Steinway “Modern” S

In the 1940’s Steinway produced a piano called the “Modern”. It was built just six years after Steinway & Sons introduced the 5’1” Model S, the first baby grand piano. Here it is completely restored in a high polish ebony cabinet. Built in 1940, notice the uniqueness of the legs and the distinguished silver Steinway emblem on the key cover. This restoration was beautifully done inside and out.

Crown Jewel Pianos

In addition to these refinished masterpieces, we also have a variety of new Steinway Pianos from the Crown Jewel Collection: Steinway pianos encased in your choice of 11 magnificent woods, prized for their exquisite color and grain, and gathered from around the world. Steinway & Sons craftsmen meticulously match the grain from one end of the piano to the other, even across the beveled edge of the lid. Each Steinway Crown Jewel is an original work of art, individually distinguished with a special limited edition medallion marking its rarity.

Louis XV Grand (US only)

The elegance of 18th century France is reproduced in delicate hand carving.

Walnut(shown) and Rosewood.
Length: 5' 7"

Macassar Ebony

Also known as French Rosewood, Macassar Ebony comes from the African East Indies. An extremely valued wood, it is often used for inlays and other ornamental work. The color ranges from dark brown to black, with many of the logs streaked with yellowish brown or gray. Grain markings are fine and very indistinct. Your exclusive Steinway & Sons Dealer will be pleased to give you a complete presentation of all the magnificent wood veneers included in the Steinway Crown Jewel Collection.

Marbelized

A pioneer in the world of furniture finishes, Steinway & Sons hold over 114 patents, with many of them pertaining to special cabinetry and finishes. Steinway recently released a Marbelized Grand. The luster and color of marble have been so well replicated in this finish that the piano appears to be sculpted of marble.