Schimmel, Braunschweig, Germany, Figured Mahogany Baby Grand Piano and Bench

1986, bearing the serial number 254.020, of traditional form with highly figured mahogany and satinwood string inlays, together with its matching bench, covered in tufted leather.
piano h. 40", w. 59", l. 70"

The piano workings evaluated by David Doremus at Algiers Piano Works, Ltd. and are as follows (a scanned copy has also been added to the photos for this lot): "The date of manufacture is 1986. It is in very good shape for a used piano. The action is original and hammers show little sign of wear. It has a typical bright European sound. It plays smoothly and consistently. The keys are in good condition. It is missing the dowels that would brace the pedal lyre, as well as, the treble cheek block screw. Those should be fairly easy to replace. The soundboard, bridges and pinblock are solid. It tunes well. It has a PianoDisc brand CD driven, digital player system. This may be difficult to repair or upgrade if it develops problems as PianoDisc had a warehouse fire a few years ago and lost all their back stock of parts. The pedals operate properly given the modifications made to accommodate the player system." The piano case evaluated by New Orleans Auction and is as follows: In fine condition with no sign of damage to the case. The bench has wear to the seat cover.