Henry Steinway’s workdesk

steinway desk

One last fascinating piece of history from the new Steinway showroom in Manhattan: this was Henry Steinway’s work desk from the 1800’s when he started making his first pianos. Like a lot of tools piano technicians use, it was completely handmade. And it has held up pretty well!

steinway desk
Henry Steinway’s desk, on display in the new Steinway Hall in Manhattan.

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