Click here to see similar items on eBay, and to buy.
Steinway A Hamburg in conjunction with the Steinway Factory in NYCVery Rare Limited Edition Hamburg A in a NYC Steinway Dakota Jackson Case. One owner. Read Below about this great piano. Celebrating the 300thanniversary of the invention of the piano, Steinway & Sons and furnituredesigner, Dakota Jackson, create the Tricentennial Limited Edition piano. Thisis the first time since the early 20th century that a 6-foot-2-inches Model Agrand piano is offered by Steinway & Sons in the Western Hemisphere. TheTricentennial is the first Limited Edition piano to be jointly created atSteinway & Sons factories in New York and in Hamburg, Germany.THE TRICENTENNIAL LIMITED EDITIONThe introduction of thispiano marked the first time since the early 20th century that a Model A grandpiano was offered by Steinway in the Americas. In addition, the Tricentennialwas the first Limited Edition piano to be jointly created at Steinway &Sons factories in New York and in Hamburg. In order to reflect Steinwaypianos international appeal, this particular piano combines the expertise andcraftsmanship of both Steinway factories.This Limited Edition designembodies Steinways tradition since 1853 of creating each piano by hand, whilecelebrating how this extraordinary instrument changed the world of music. As arenowned designer, a pianist, and a Steinway aficionado, Dakota Jackson was anatural choice to design the Tricentennial. To me, Jackson says, Steinway issynonymous with Piano. I wouldnt consider designing a piano for any othercompany.As Jackson approached thecomplex task of creating a design that would be innovative while maintainingthe traditional beauty of the Steinway piano, he was aware that great care hadto be taken. The very simplest alteration to the classic form would require achange in the way people perceive the piano, he says. After all, it has beenan iconic symbol for three centuries. Therefore, any alterations could beconsidered only if they enhanced the design and validity of the piano. As afirst step towards creating the new Tricentennial design, Jackson reduced thepiano to its essential form a wood case enclosing a cast-iron harp or plate -and began designing it from the instruments soul out.
Jackson asserts that the final design of the Tricentennial breaks withtraditional piano design by creating a continuous, flowing line from the backof the piano to the floor, merging the pianos body and legs. Typically,Jackson says, this flow is interrupted with a series of stepped detailsreminiscent of classic Hellenic columns and structures.
INNOVATIONSAside from reconceiving theoverall look of the grand piano for the Limited Edition Tricentennial,Jackson also redefined many of the pianos individual components for heightenedfunctionality and elegance: Lid design: when open,the lid folds back on itself in a series of tapered sections, which fall at anangle, creating a fanned effect. Lid topstick: the topstick hugs the cases inside S curve when the lid is closed, and becomes a striking design element when opened. Music desk: designed to hold sheet music like a pair of open hands, the angular music desk is mounted on a bearing to roll smoothly toward and away from the player. The pianos lines: the rim line slopes down at a 6-degree angle as it approaches the tapered leg, and then takes what Jackson calls, a dramatic turn toward the floor. The rim and legs: the rim is raised in back, and the rear leg has been pulled forward and inward, creating a cantilever. All three unadorned legs taper gently to the casters on which they rest.DAKOTA JACKSONDakotaJackson was chosen to collaborate on the design of Steinways Tricentennialgrand piano not only because he is one of Americas foremost furnituredesigners, but because his creations are noted for their pure, clean lines thatcelebrate function and beautifully uncluttered form. Jackson began building hisreputation for furniture design more than 35 years ago, and he has createdcouture, one-of-a-kind pieces for celebrities and private residences around theworld. Moreover, his corporate client list is filled with names such as EsteLauder, The Four Seasons Hotel in New York, and The Regent Hotel in Hong Kong,as well as the executive offices of General Motors, IBM, Dell Computers,Columbia Pictures and Time Warner.
With the commission to design Steinway & Sons Tricentennial LimitedEdition piano, Jackson returned to his design-by-commission roots. Growing upin a family of magicians in New York City, Jackson toured the country as achild performer, later turning his creative focus to custom-designed furniturefor the private and corporate clients listed above. Jackson says that innovativedesign is inextricably linked to innovative technology, and he approached theTricentennial design on that basis. A lecturer at design schools and museumsacross the country, Jackson has won numerous design awards, including aNational Endowment of the Arts Award, and an American Institute of ArchitectureAward for the design of a Winnetka, IL synagogue designed in collaboration withH. Gary Frank.
In 1998, Jackson also collaborated with well-known architect Peter Eisenman onthe design for a Dakota Jackson showroom in the Pacific Design Center in LosAngeles. Jackson designed the David Yurman Boutique on Madison Avenue, andcurrently is designing the chapel at the North American headquarters for theUnion of American Hebrew Congregations, both in Manhattan. Jacksons furnitureis displayed in museums throughout Europe and the United States, and hiscompany has 20 design showrooms across the country. The companys main showroomis in Manhattan, and its two factories are in Long Island City, N.Y. where Steinway& Sons North American headquarters and factory are also located.With Piano Disc Player SystemCustom LImited Edition BenchLeg Matching Jansen Artist Adjustable Bench Hydraulic
This lovely Steinway Grand has a German Sweet tone to it
The piano is from a home with a light amount of play.
Sold to a Loving home in 2008.
1 Owner.
Collector’s Item.
1/2 the price of a New One if made today.
# 158 in the series of pianos like this ever made. We stock over 38 Steinway Grands. Over 20 Model B’s and A III. Plus L and Model M
Trust a Steinway GURU. Selling New Steinway for 21 Years and Premium Pre Owned Steinway’s since 1974 and a Pianist
Research who we are and you will enjoy the benefits of doing business with Concert Pianos
Maestro Bruno
Concertpianos
a Red Bird LLC Company
William B. Santo. Owner
#1 Steinway re-seller on Ebay
44 Years Selling Steinway Grand’s
Exclusive 6 month Exchange Program
Maestro Bruno is a Pianist and a Steinway B Guru
He has owned Steinway B’s since 1976
Prices that are 15% to 25% below Steinway Dealers Prices
20 to 25 Steinway B’s in stock all of the time
2 Steinway Selection Centers
Private 1 to 2 Day time to choose your Steinway Grand
Real Concert Technicians that create the best Steinway Grand’s that you have ever experienced
Very low International Overnight Shipping Rates via Air not water.
95% of the Steinway’s that you will play are serviced to a “De Capa” level. Experience what a Steinway Grand can really sound like
when it is service by a True Concert Technician. (ask how to tell the difference)
Lifetime Trade in Value toward any Steinway Grand that we have in stock that is over $5K more than what you paid for your piano.
Click here to buy, and to see similar items on eBay
Category: Musical Instruments and Gear:Pianos, Keyboards and Organs:Pianos:Grand and Baby Grand Pianos
Location: Dallas, Texas