For sale is a beautiful and rare1850 A.H. Gale & company antique square grand piano. The exterior casing is made of Brazilian rosewood adorned with intricate carvings.
One of the 19th Century’s most successful square grand piano manufacturers was the firm of A. H. Gale., New York. A. H. Gale & Co. built a full line of square grand pianos as well as a handful of upright models. These instruments were known to be of superior quality and craftsmanship, and they enjoyed a very good reputation. A. H. Gale & Company went out of business in 1870, although some instruments were sold under the A. H. Gale brand label as late as 1900. These pianos are exceedingly rare.
Auction houses and piano appraisers and tuners have said that this piano is truly museum quality.
An antique square grand piano is a historical and ornate musical instrument that represents a significant era in piano manufacturing. The square grand piano is characterized by its rectangular shaped body, with the strings running horizontally from side to side, as opposed to the more common vertical arrangement in modern pianos. This design was popular during the 19th century and earlier.
Dimensions: Width 6 feet 4 inches; Depth 3 feet; Height 3 feet. Serial # 6847.
The keys are made of ivory (85 keys) and the internal components were constructed from a combination of wood, metal, and felt. It has two pedals.
This antique square grand pianos has mother-of-pearl and abalone inlays, decorative elements on the hardware, and ornate legs reflecting the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the time.
It was tuned in Sept 2024 which included adjustments and 4 new strings. It was re-tuned and appraised in Sept. 2025 and 3 bass strings were replaced. According to the appraiser, the case is in excellent condition – museum quality, and the ivories are also in excellent condition. Pedals work fine. The soundboard has a crack but should hold tune.
Note: On the edge of the piano cover, there are two places where a small piece has come off – this is not visible when the cover is open. See photos.

Buyer will need to arrange shipment. Delivery and set-up not included.
Approximate weight 700 pounds.