Steinway and Sons, is an American and German manufacturer of handmade pianos, founded in 1853 in New York City, by German immigrant Heinrich Engelhard Steinweg later known as Henry E. Steinway. Steinway's growth led to opening a factory in employee village in what is now Astoria, Queens in New York City, followed by a second factory in Hamburg, Germany, in 1880. Its early success has been credited both to the quality of its instruments, its effective marketing, including the company's introduction of Steinway Halls.

Heinrich Engelhard Steinwegs dedication was: To build the best piano possible. He established at his company three basic principles: Build to a standard, not a price, Make no compromise in quality, and Strive always to improve the instrument. Research along with inventions by Steinway Piano have earned it so far around 130 patents,a greater number than any other piano company.

After merging with the Selmer Company in 1995, Steinway Piano current affiliates include the Boston and Essex lines of pianos. The Selmer Company, today named Conn-Selmer, is a subsidiary of Steinway Piano.

Antique Steinway Pianos are a singularly inspired investment -- a piano that combines the joy of musical perfection, security with reassurance of financial appreciation. It is, quite simply, a treasured possession that grows in value over time -- a rare enduring creation which is handed down with pride from one generation to the next. Steinway Pianos, worth keeping for a lifetime.