1937 Wurlitzer Butterfly 73 key baby grand piano (model 235) with original bench

  

1937 Wurlitzer Butterfly baby grand piano ready to be restored to former glory. Rare vintage piano with original bench seat and hardware (serial number matches on leg and lyre).

Wood is in great condition. Wurlitzer Model 235 Symmetrical "Butterfly" Grand Piano was manufactured by the Randolph Wurlitzer Company, DeKalb, Illinois. The Duncan Phyfe Neoclassical style design was created by William Zaiser.

His patent drawing (pictured) was filed April 26, 1937 and the patent was received August 17, 1937. This model was also manufactured with an Art Deco design. The design was produced in limited numbers beginning in 1937 and into the 1940s. The walnut wood case features a two-part winged lid that gives the impression of a butterfly's wings. This is the only model to have four legs. These are mahogany fluted tapers ending in brass casters. The foot pedestal is a lyre form. The keyboard is a 73-note : FF to F4. The Model 235 was marketed as a status symbol, but affordable. The piano is compact, making it a great option for small space living. Original marketing included tossing cut-paper butterfly shapes from the upper floor windows of buildings.

Piano measures 48" wide x 46" deep x 36.5 high. Bench measures 26" wide x 12.5" deep x 20 high. The bench seat is hinged to open for sheet music and song book storage.

The item "1937 Wurlitzer Butterfly 73 key baby grand piano (model 235) with original bench" is in sale since Tuesday, November 30, 2021. This item is in the category "Musical Instruments & Gear\Pianos, Keyboards & Organs\Pianos\Grand & Baby Grand Pianos".

The seller is "msrm2400_rfqvv1p" and is located in Bay City, Michigan. This item can't be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

• Number of Keys: 73
• Year Manufactured: 1937
• Model: Wurlitzer Butterfly Baby Grand Piano
• Brand: Wurlitzer
• Instrument: Baby Grand Piano