A rare meeting of musical heritage and artistic craftsmanship: this authentic Steinway & Sons Model B-211 from 1891 ranks among the most desirable historic salon grand pianos ever built. With its ideal length of 211 cm, the Model B is regarded worldwide as Steinway’s “Classic Grand”: an exceptional balance of concert-level power, rich tonal depth, and refined salon proportions.

What makes this instrument truly unique is its extraordinary cabinet artistry and artistic presence. This Steinway is not merely a master instrument, but also a sculptural work of art from the golden age of piano making. Its impressive openwork music desk, majestic carved legs, elegant lyre, and spectacular rosewood cabinet reveal a rare combination of aristocratic grandeur and artisanal finesse.

At the Chris Maene Atelier in Ruiselede, this historic Steinway was fully and meticulously restored with profound respect for its original soul, proportions, and aesthetic identity. Every detail of the cabinet was brought back to life according to the highest restoration standards, with authenticity as the guiding principle.

The cabinet was entirely hand polished using traditional French polishing — an exceptionally labor-intensive technique in which countless fine layers of shellac are carefully built up and polished by hand to achieve a deep, warm mirror-like glow. The result is not a modern, sterile finish, but a living, luxurious brilliance that reveals the depth of the noble wood veneer and its natural grain with unmatched beauty.

This unique hand-polished finish gives the cabinet an almost jewel-like presence: warm, deep, noble, and perfectly aligned with the instrument’s historic character. The spectacular veneer comes alive from every angle, offering a richness and depth that industrial finishes simply cannot replicate.

Musically, this Steinway B delivers everything its legendary reputation promises: a powerful yet noble bass, a transparent middle register, and a singing treble, combined with the unparalleled precision and control for which Steinway remains the global benchmark.

In short: this is not merely a restored grand piano, but an exceptionally rare historic masterpiece in which world-class piano technology, artistic heritage, and monumental cabinet craftsmanship converge. An instrument for the discerning connoisseur seeking not only an extraordinary grand piano, but an authentic work of art with lasting value, character, and prestige.