Hardman R118E Upright Piano

-Brand: Hardman

-Serial # 630613025

-Finish: Polished Ebony

-Condition: Very Good

Hardman Peck pianos, known as one of the most pivotal names in United States piano history, was established as the Hardman Piano Company by Hugh Hardman in 1842 in NYC. Until 1890, the company was controlled by the Hardman family. Later, Leopold Peck became a partner and the company was renamed Hardman Peck. For many years, The Hardman Peck piano was the official piano of New York's famed Metropolitan Opera.

Upright pianos are the tallest within vertical piano class. These are very tall instruments with large soundboards and long strings, capable of projecting an impressive volume. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many large uprights were manufactured in America, and vintage instruments like these are readily available; however, caution should be taken when dealing with an instrument like this, due to many unknown factors affecting the condition of the piano. If you properly maintain an upright piano, it can perform well for many decades to come.