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Blüthner 1903 Model 200, 50th Anniversary, 6'7" (200 cm)

Presented in stunning condition.
Finished after design principals of C.F. Theodore Steinway.
Subject of an extremely comprehensive restoration, including Manteufel soundboard.
Owned by Manteufel, technical expert craftsman and restorer, 1974. Completed restoration in 2003. Used as Manteufel's personal instrument.
Purchased by Manteufel in Europe in 1974.

This is the original 50th anniversary production model, Aliquot scale. Action by Kriegelstein. Hammers by Renner. Soundboard by Manteufel. Bass strings by Gregor Heller.