Original 19th century drawing of a toy piano

by Musical Instruments - 19th Century - French -

$600 · Offered by J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians

Executed in ink, pencil, and gouache, highlighted in gold. 294 x 443 mm. On wove paper.The drawing depicts a 2-octave piano in a wooden case, the interior of the hinged top decorated with a scene of performing musicians.Slightly worn and soiled; creased at central fold. In very good condition overall. Most likely of German or Austrian provenance, ca. 1860-80.

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