1890 A History of the American Pianoforte Piano Technical Development D Spillane

Description: 1890 A History of the American Pianoforte Piano Technical Development D Spillane__________________________________ A History of the American Piano Its Technical Development and the Tradeby Daniel SpillanePublished by D. Spillane, New York (1890) A Pianoforte is an early piano. In principle, the word "fortepiano" or "pianoforte " can designate any piano dating from the invention of the instrument by Bartolomeo Cristofori in 1700 up to the early 19th century. Condition:Excellent++ 1st Edition 1890 Hardcover Book! NO MARKS! The binding is tight and all 362 pages within are bright white with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, RIPS, TEARS, BENDS OR FOLDS. The covers are perfect, but the book has had a new cover put on it by a master bookbinder. As the penciled note on the inside front cover says, "Rebound in full cloth w/ the author & title portion of the original cover affixed to the front cover", as can be seen in my photos. I only know of a few bookbinders that have the talent to rebind this book like this one. Priced accordingly. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking! About the Book:Published in 1890, this is one of the earliest comprehensive works documenting the development of the pianoforte in the United States. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the evolution of piano manufacturing and the technological innovations that shaped the American piano industry during the 19th century. It has many illustrated line drawings throughout, two full appendixes, and full page advertisements for several piano manufacturer's of the time. Daniel Spillane, a music trade journalist and historian, meticulously traces the origins of the American pianoforte, beginning with its European predecessors and moving through its adaptation and advancement in the United States. The book covers various aspects of piano construction, including the materials used, the design of different piano types (such as square, upright, and grand pianos), and the manufacturing processes employed by American piano makers. Spillane also discusses the significant figures and companies that were instrumental in establishing the American piano industry, such as Steinway & Sons, Chickering & Sons, and other prominent manufacturers of the time. He delves into the competitive nature of the industry, the marketing strategies employed by piano companies, and the impact of these developments on the American music scene. In addition to its historical narrative, "A History of the American Pianoforte" is valued for its technical insights, offering detailed descriptions of piano mechanisms and innovations. The book remains a significant resource for those interested in the history of musical instruments, American industrial history, and the cultural impact of the piano in America. It provides a snapshot of the state of the piano industry at the end of the 19th century and offers valuable perspectives on how American craftsmanship and ingenuity contributed to the global reputation of the American pianoforte. Copyright © 2018-2024 TDM Inc. The photos and text in this listing are copyrighted. I spend lots of time writing up my descriptions and despise it when un-original losers cut and paste my descriptions in as their own. It is against ebay policy and if you are caught, you will be reported to ebay and could be sued for copyright infringement and damages.

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