Regency Mahogany and Satinwood Piano Forte, Paris, dated 1822

This is a small-scale piano composed of fine solid ribbon-grained mahogany throughout, i.e. the top lid, etc. is a solid one-piece mahogany board. The piano has a magnificent satinwood surround with its original maker’s name and date. This piano, interestingly, with its gilt mounts, is quite serviceable as a pier table, given its small, elegant dimensions.