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H.D. Bentley pump organ

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Description needs repair but in good condition; 2 foot pedals, 36 keys, 10 knobs, reddish wood, perhaps mahogany, pullout cover above the keys, music sheet holder in center lifts up for storage, rectangular mirror above also centered, wood cutout floral details with red fabric behind so that it fills the negative spaces, various other cutout detail as well as carved floral accents. It has been in my family for a few generations yet little is known about it. I did happen to find out that the L.Grunewald Co. Ltd was a New Orleans music house circa 1931. more information about this lovely antique would be greatly appreciated.
Category Music and Music Instruments
Medium wood
Distinguishing marks H.D.Bentley, Chicago manufactured for L.Grunewald Co. Ltd, New Orleans,LA
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 6'X3'1/8"
Date Period 1931<
History family heirloom
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Anonymous (not verified) 🌱 Newbie 15 years ago

Did you find out anything about the Bentley organ. I have one also and want to find out something about it.

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