Perry Square Piano

Description (Brief):

This square piano was made by Richard Perry in New York, New York around 1809-1811. Piano makers named Perry are known in Dublin and Belfast in the early 19th century. Richard Perry, possibly and immigrant from Ireland, was recorded in New York only from 1809-1811. This piano has a compass of FF-c4, an English double action, double-strings throughout, tuning pins on right, wood frame, and a mahogany case.

Date Made: 1809 - 1811

Maker: Perry, Richard

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United States: New York, New York City

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Credit Line: Gift of Hugo Worch

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: MI.303521Catalog Number: 303521Accession Number: 62559

Object Name: piano

Physical Description: maple (inlay material)Measurements: overall: 9 1/4 in x 65 in x 23 3/4 in; 23.495 cm x 165.1 cm x 60.325 cm

Metadata Usage: CC0

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a4-2ebb-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_605915

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