Kadel Square Piano

Type: Square Piano

Collection: Sweelinck Collection

Manufacturer: Kadel, Carel

Year: 1820

Geography: Amsterdam / Netherlands

Dimensions (cm): W=170

Current location: Not on display

General description: Single action with a double pilot in a mahogany case with a satinwood nameboard. The style of the case and legs are of the Napoleon or Empire style, typical of a piano during this time period. Bone keys with ebony sharps. Two pedals attached to a lyre, the two pedals being a lute and a sustain.