Ibach Model Richard Wagner 1883 7' 5" (226 cm)

  • Ibach Richard Wagner Model Kleine Konzert Flügel
  • 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,  since 1974.  Completed  restoration in 2008. Used as Manteufel's  personal instrument.
  • Purchased by Manteufel in Eastern  Germany in 1974.

Adolph Ibach founded the company in 1793.  He was an admirer and friend of Richard Wagner.  When Wagner died in 1883,  Rudolph Ibach, then head of the company, paid homage to Wagner with the commemorative model.