French Gothic Revival concert pedal harp, Erard, 13 Rue du Mail, Paris, serial number 3195, birdseye maple body and arm, spruce soundboard, column with applied gilt-gesso Gothic decoration, approx 70"h Start Price: $1,000.00

11.28.23-In my opinion regarding LOT: 825- I am not an expert on musical instrument or harps, I have taken over 50 photos and a video for your review,  I can only speak to what I see on its physical condition, this harp was not examined by an expert and is sold as is, I note some touchups to paint with varied tone of gold throughout, small overall areas of wood loss and wear, one pedal is missing the rubber fitting, metal tigers seated at base show wear and loss to finish, on the base pedestal where the harp sits there appears to be a possible repair to the pedestal, I further note a filled repair at bottom and some splits in wood throughout the side that strings attach (the soundbox and soundboard???), the pillar feels sturdy,  I have imaged all for your review, metal is with some spotting and patination, there are strings missing, remaining strings are loose, please note again, I am not a harp expert and this lot is offered as is

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