Original 19th century drawing of a toy piano

By [MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - 19th Century - French - Piano]
Executed in ink, pencil, and gouache, highlighted in gold. 294 x 443 mm. On wove paper.

The drawing depicts a 2-octave piano in a wooden case, the interior of the hinged top decorated with a scene of performing musicians.

Slightly worn and soiled; creased at central fold. In very good condition overall.

Most likely of German or Austrian provenance, ca. 1860-80.

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