The university I tune at has this instrument and wants an insurance estimate on it.
Beck Pianoforte 1777
I have no point of reference for this instrument.
They spent a great deal of money to have It restored,
then subsequently stored in the hottest driest room in the building in a box pushed flush up against a heat vent. (before my days there)
The soundboard is now badly cracked and concave, and the bridge split, it would need major work again....
Nevertheless, this is a collectors item,
Any thoughts on how to price such an item for insurance purposes?. Any points of reference?
Thank you
David Renaud
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David Renaud
Duclos QC
613-288-9046
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