Sohmer Victorian Symmetrical Baby Grand Piano
This is the first model of baby grand piano ever made. In 1884, Hugo Sohmer unveiled his first “small grand”, the first 5 foot grand piano built in the world.
$30,000 after total restoration
(not including applicable sales tax & shipping charges)
Year: 1884
Length: 5 feet
Finish: Brazilian Rosewood
Status: Currently Undergoing Restoration
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Instrument Description
Pictured on page 320 of the Pierce Piano Atlas, this piano was one of those very first baby grand pianos ever made, making it historically significant in American piano history. Hugo Sohmer built some of the finest pianos in America. Established in 1872, the Sohmer name was built until 1988, making it one of the few prominent American piano manufacturers to survive well over a century.
This piano is made of highly carved rosewood, and is unusual in that it is curved on both sides as opposed to being curved only on the right side. Note the elaborately carved shields and molding all around the entire case. The tone and touch of this piano is just breathtaking! Since this piano is only 5 feet long, it would be ideal for someone wanting a Victorian period piano who has limited space. This is the only piano of this kind we have ever seen. It can be equipped with computerized player mechanisms if desired.
Instrument Catalogs
Sohmer Cartoon Catalog
Late 19th Century Catalog Of Cartoon Advertisements By The Sohmer Piano Company, Circa 1895
Sohmer Catalog 1880
Lovely 19th Century illustrated sales catalog from the Sohmer Piano Company, circa 1880
Miscellaneous Ephemera
19th Century Sohmer Advertisements
19th Century Sohmer Piano Company Advertisements
20th Century Sohmer Advertisements
Early 20th Century Advertisements From The Sohmer Piano Company
Sohmer Advertisement
Vintage catalog advertisement for the "First 5 Foot Grand Piano Built In America" by the Sohmer Piano Company, Circa 1884
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