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Wing-shaped Spinet by Arnold Dolmetsch N°1179, c.1975

We offer for sale this lovely wing-shaped spinet by Arnold Dolmetsch, N°1179. This spinet has a compass of 5 octaves, FF-f3, and a lute stop. The stunning case is in walnut with satinwood cross-banding, the trestle stand is also in walnut. The keyboard has boxwood naturals and ebony sharps, the spruce soundboard is decorated with a painted blue border. The jacks are in plastic and have leather plectra.

This spinet is tuned to A=440.
Dimensions: 1516 × 700mm (59¾ × 27½″).
Overall height: 823mm (32 3/8″).

This instrument is in excellent condition, has been fully serviced in our workshops and is available to play and inspect by appointment.

This spinet is now sold.