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Johan Rippen Grand Piano in Off-White Cast Aluminum
About the Item
J.J. Rippen for Rippen Pianofabriek N.V, grand piano, cast aluminum, wood, brass, The Netherlands, design 1946, production 1950s.
This model is a renowned grand piano conceived by the Dutch piano maker Rippen situated in Ede, The Netherlands. The model was a revolution when it was designed in 1946 by J.J. Rippen. The first distinction with other piano's from that era is that the Rippen Aluminum Grand Piano was right-stringed model as opposed to a cross-stringed piano. Another specific and revolutionary element of this piano was the fact that the traditional cast iron frame and the wooden cabinet were replaced by a lightweight construction of an aluminum alloy (silumin) making this wing weight only 210 kg. The use of aluminum also made the sound of this grand piano rich and full, distinguishing itself from other Mid-Century grand piano models. Due to its functional aspects and vibrant and full sound, this model has been used on the S.S. Rotterdam Holland-America Line in the 1950s were they were first presented to the public. They soon became very popular and were used in various venues such as the Martinikerk in Groningen. The Grand Aluminum model has only been in production until 1972 due to the high production costs and is therefore very rare. This piano has been fully restored and tuned. Please do not hesitate to ask for more information about the condition and specifics of this exclusive Grand Piano.
The manufacturer's plaque is attached to the front panel stating "Rippen".
- Creator:Rippen Pianos (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 37.01 in (94 cm)Width: 55.91 in (142 cm)Depth: 73.23 in (186 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
- Seller Location:Waalwijk, NL
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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