Our intermediate range of pianos suits beginner learners up to piano grade/level 6; even at that level it may not be necessary to hire a premier piano unless the player intends on hosting a concert in their lounge. Most piano teachers would teach from pianos in this range.

JAE 112 Danemann Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 73347. This piano was manufactured in London and has been repolished in a hand-waxed style giving the mahogany casing a natural and soft-polished look. It is very attractive, especially given the simplicity in the styling of the piano. The curves on the sides matched with the rounded legs creates subtle refinement. It has a good balanced tone, although lively it is rich and has a good bass-end. The piano has 85 keys, with a medium to firmer touch, and two pedals.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 35 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 44 Eavestaff Upright Piano with matching stool. This piano's amazingly clever design, being a Mini Royal, gives it the same tone as a much larger piano - thestrings are the same length if not longer than much larger pianos. The piano has a figured walnut casing. Being a smaller piano and a Mini Royal, it would be a great option for a more advanced player with limited space. This piano has 85 keys, with a medium to heavier touch weight, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 97 cm, width of 145.5 cm and a depth of 49.5 cm.
Hire price, on special: a launch charge of R 995.00 and a reduced monthly charge of R 375.00 for the first eight months.
Sale price: R 31 500.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 47 Görs and Kallmann Upright Pianoforte with stool. This piano was assembled in South Africa in the Dietman Factory. Dietman also made Otto Bach Pianos and one can notice the similarities between this piano and a classic-style Otto Bach structure. However, this piano takes that typical build to another level maintaining the clean appearance of modern symplicity and adding the brilliant refined details of the frames in the top and bottom front panels. The piano has a walnut casing, subtly distinguished with variation in areas like the frames. It also has 3 pedals. This piano will only be available towards the end of July 2022.
Hire price, on special: a reduced launch charge of R 995.00 and monthly charge of R 395.00.

DE 232 Görs & Kallmann Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 63537. Assembled in South Africa in the Dietman Factory, one can see the similarities between this piano and the Classic Otto Bach also manufactured in the Dietman Factory. However, this structure offers far more with its smart refining frames in the top and bottom front panels whilst retaining a clean and modern appearance. The polish on the mahogany casing shows some crackleur but does not detract from the aesthetic appeal. In all original condition.The tone is pleasant with a warmer feel. It has 88 keys - with a medium touch weight - and 3 pedals.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 24 500.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 374 Haake Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 34322. Built in Hannover in the late 1800’s, the piano has an under damper action and is of straight strung design. It retains its ivory keys. The casing is an amazing burr walnut veneer, impeccably book-matched to create an astonishing effect. It's difficult to appreciate the craftsmanship in a piano like this. Truly an artwork in its own right. The top panel has an etched design of floral sprays. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 128 cm; a width 145 cm and a depth 67 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 40 000.00 (incl. VAT).




DE 315 Ibach Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 134478. This piano was assembled in 1978, in South Africa and has a light mahogany casing. The action is by Renner, a  sure sign of a good quality piano and superior touch quality. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 114 cm, width of 146.5 cm and a depth of 60 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 30 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 01 John Broadwood Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. This piano was manufactured in the 1950's. Its modern boxy appearance certainly makes it a masculine piano; its unusual oak casing makes it unique. Broadwood is the oldest factory to have existed - dating back to the 1700’s - and only having recently closed. This piano’s dimensions are: height of 117 cm, width of 142 cm and depth of 62 cm.
Hire price, on special: a launch charge of R 995.00 and a reduced monthly charge of R 375.00 for the first eight months.

DE 269 Kemble Upright Pianoforte with stool. This piano was manufactured in London and has a mahogany finish. This is a smart, modern-looking piano. We have found the Kemble make to be consistently good in quality and performance.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.



DE 289 Kemble (Re-labelled Bernhard Steiner) Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 239361. This piano was manufactured in London in 1978 and has a rather attractive gloss walnut casing to match its modern appearance.
Hire price: a reduced launch charge of R 995.00 and a monthly charge of R 405.00.

DE 329 Kemble (re-labelled: Carlton) Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 308223. The Kemble make is quite well known in South Africa as a reliable piano in the intermediate range. There are a variety of models varying in appearance and style, most of which are quite popular. This one has curved details in its greater structure as well as on its the legs which suits the more matted gloss finish of its walnut casing.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 26 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 250 Knight Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 618983. This piano was manufactured in 1977 and has an imbuia casing. We find that this style of Knight, the traditional ball and claw leg design with linin-fold panels, is very popular. This particular piano is refined more so with the gloss polish. The piano has a medium weight touch with a lively, brighter tone. Its dimensions are: a height of 113 cm, a width of 141 cm and a depth of 53 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 34 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 303 Knight Upright Pianoforte with stool.

Serial number: 19717. Knight pianos have a great reputation in terms of quality as well as appearance. This piano is elegant with its traditional ball and claw legs and refined linin-fold panels. It is also a medium to smaller sized piano which would suit most households.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 34 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 26 Moore and Moore Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number 92912. Manufactured in London in 1954, this piano has a figured walnut case. It is a very enjoyable piano with a bright tone and lighter touch. They are always a popular choice and can be well recommended. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 100 cm, a width of 135 cm and a depth of 51 cm.
Hire price, on special: launch charge of R 1 350.00 and monthly charge of R 395.00.

DE 280 Otto Bach Upright Pianoforte with Matching Stool. Serial number: 6355421. This piano has a mahogany casing and was manufactured in South Africa in the 1970's. Otto Bach refers to this model as a classic model, but it has what would be described as a modern style. The piano has a crisp, lively tone. It has 88 keys, with a medium touch weight, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 109 cm, a width of 142.5 cm and a depth of 55.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 31 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 338 Otto Bach Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 68636. Wow! This is a beautiful example of the Otto Bach make with its good form; dainty, curved, Queen Anne legs and the finishing touch of the whispy frame on the top and bottom panel.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 35 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 217 Prüchner Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 87307. Manufactured in London, this is a good example of the Pruchner make. It has a clear, distinct, brighter tone throughout. The piano has a clean walnut casing, and ivory-imitation celluloid keys. It has 85 keys, with a medium to lighter touch, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are a height of 115 cm, a width of 136.5 cm and a depth of 64.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 22 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 119 Rippen Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 20479. This small and highly attractive piano has a brilliant light mahogany casing matched with its refined and graceful Queen Anne legs. It has 85 keys, with a medium to heavier touch, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 108.5 cm, width of 146 cm and a depth of 51 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.



DE 321 Rippen Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 40418. This piano was manufactured during 1956-1959, in Holland and has a light walnut casing. It is an extremely compact piano with a medium to slightly firmer touch and 85 keys. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 105 cm, width of 141.5 cm and a depth of 51 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 28 500.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 335 Rippen Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 032166; 24621. The piano has its original satin polished walnut, giving it a very pleasant low sheen look. The tone is brighter and cheerful. It has 85 keys, with a medium to lighter touch, and 2 pedals. The dimensions are: a height of 104 cm, a width of 141 cm and a depth of 51 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 25 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 359 Sponnagel Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 184113. Serial number 714/8196 (written-in). This piano is in a suberb condition. It has a wonderful burr-walnut casing, panel-etched detail, carved legs and good ivory keys. This piano has an over-damper action, which is often considered a disadvantage, but this one is so good that one cannot pick up on it being so. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 146.5 cm and a depth of 67 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 20 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 201 Steck Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial numbers: 12827 and 577. This piano was manufactured in London and has a mahogany casing showing a pleasant patina. It has a wonderfully rich and mellow tone and 85 keys.  The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 123.5 cm, width of 143 cm and a depth of 64 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 27 500.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 327 Steinmayer Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 2170. This piano has a dark mahogany casing. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 129 cm, width of 145 cm and a depth of 65 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 26 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 296 Thurmer Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 48575. Case number: 6228. This piano was manufactured in 1919. It has wonderful elegant details such as scrolled legs and fluted pilasters, ivory keys and a burr walnut casing which is in lovely condition. Larger pianos can sometimes come across as bulky and quite boxy but this one certainly does not. Thurmer is a well-respected firm of piano makers and the quality does not disappoint. This piano has a rich, mellow tone; 85 keys - with a medium to lighter touch - and two pedals. This piano’s dimensions are: height of 125 cm, width of 149 cm and depth of 67 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 28 500.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 264 Weber Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 71278. Manufactured in London, this mahogany-cased piano has insteresting curved frames, especially in the top front panel. Its panels have an almost Art Noveau design to them. As one would expect of a taller piano, it has a strong tone.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 32 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 86 William Squire Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number 26643. This piano has a walnut casing - note the lovely pattern in the photo to the left. These are one of our favourite pianos to trade, being ever-reliable and pleasant to play, with a lovely brighter tone. The structure of subtle, but noteworthy, curves (in the legs and corners) and finish of the piano is elegant. This piano’s dimensions are: height of 112 cm, width of 134.5 cm and depth of 57 cm.
Hire price, on special: launch charge of R 1 350.00 and monthly charge of R 395.00.

DE 306 Zimmerman (Re-labelled Bernhard Steiner & Sohn) Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 22358. This piano has a walnut casing and a Renner action - which is a mark of quality. The piano has a rich, mellower tone; 88 keys - with a medium weight touch - and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: height of 106.5 cm, width of 141 cm and depth of 53 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 34 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 318 Zimmermann Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 1105V. This piano was manufactured in Liepzig, Germany and has its original mahogany finish. Zimmerman is a very good quality piano at the top of our intermediate range. This one has the desirable smooth, warm and rich tone. It has 85 keys - with a medium touch - and two pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: height of 107 cm, width of 142 cm and depth of 52.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 550.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.
Sale price: R 28 000.00 (incl. VAT).

We have many piano that we intend on painting, so if you are looking for a specific colour, we can finish the piano to your taste...

JAE 427 Alexander Hermann Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. This piano has an oak casing subtly highlighted with the Gris Belge shade of Rubio Monocoat. The variation of the wood has been given new and modern colour. This finish has become rather popular in the last few years. The keys have a medium to lighter touch and play a brilliant, rounded mellower German tone! This piano’s dimensions are: height of 127 cm, width of 152 cm and depth of 66 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 950.00 and monthly charge of R 550.00.
Sale price: R 39 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 417 Fehn & Co. Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. This piano has interestingly shaped legs and decorative frames making it bold and such a beautifully well suited, contrastingly detailed stool. Although the piano looks contemporary, it is actually an antique having been made in the 1930’s. The piano has been painted in the Provence green finish of chalk paint (February 2017). The structure and details of the piano really suits the chalk finish as the colour varies as light changes and ths is highlighted by extra structural details of the piano. Although the top coat can be distressed to reveal the grey-brown undercoat, it has not been distressed. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 130 cm, width of 148 cm and a depth of 63.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 950.00 and a monthly charge of R 450.00.
Sale price: R 32 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 416 Hoffman Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 2455. This piano was manufactured in South Africa and is suited to someone starting to learn how to play the piano. It has been finished with a graphite shade of Chalk Paint. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 114 cm, width of 135 cm and a depth of 53 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 350.00 and monthly charge of R 405.00.

JAE 424 Niendorf Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. This piano is of premier range quality and the casing has a modern appeal having been finished with Duck Egg Blue chalk paint (February 2017). The chalk finish quality is adequately shown by how the light reflects different shades, but the photos are not reflective enough of the colour and we will add more photos soon. With a rich and full tone, this piano is an easy choice! It has 85 keys - with a medium to lighter touch- and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 113 cm, a width of 143.5 cm and a depth of 60 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 950.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.
Sale price: R 38 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 410 Otto Bach Upright Piano with matching stool. Otto Bach pianos have earned a reputation to be a reliable, standard piano in South Africa. The piano's casing was painted with the Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint (April 2017) and then with Granny B's General Lee shade of orange, somewhat less bright and more appealing (April 2022). Although the top coats could be distressed to reveal the Paris Grey undercoat, we have found these unusual colours for piano casing to be very popular as one, plain, bold colour. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 109 cm, width of 144 cm and a depth of 55.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 1 950.00 and monthly charge of R 425.00.
Sale price: R 32 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 502 Otto Bach Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 6557288. This is a classic Otto Bach with 88 keys and, proudly, manufactured in South Africa. The casing has been stained black and finished in Rubio Monocoat's clear finish, giving it a no-finish, matt look with a matching stool (November 2017). The colour is almost black rather than a painted black look. This is a unique case finish. The piano has excellent condition throughout. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 110 cm, width of 143 cm and a depth of 56 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.
Sale price: R 33 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 511 Rippen Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 88581. This piano was manufactured in Holland. We have painted this piano with a pure white top coat and light grey undercoat of chalk paint (June 2018). We find Rippen pianos to be of a high quality but they are not as expensive as other premier pianos and that is why they are far more accessibly priced and categorised in our intermediate range of pianos. The dimensions of the piano are: a height of 109 cm; a width of 144 cm and a depth of 56 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 450.00.
Sale price: R 31 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 517 Zimmerman Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 203289. This piano was painted in Granny B's Gatsby blue shade over a grey undercoat. It is smart and modern-looking in structure and finish.  It has the much-desired warm, rich, mellower tone. The piano has 85 keys - with a medium touch - and 2 pedals. The dimensions are: a height of 107 cm, a width of 145,5 cm and a depth of 52 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 450.00.
Sale price: R 28 000.00 (incl. VAT).

Above and below are a few examples of pianos that we have hand-painted (they are also on the Piano Gallery page), if you would like us to paint a piano for you to hire.



Although the Eshelby Standard hire pianos are of a very good quality, our premier range is just of a highter quality - more expensive pianos and/or more expensively polished pianos.

Contact Jacqueline: jacqueline@eshelbypianos.com or 0823486131.

JAE 628 Baldwin Acrosonic Upright Pianoforte and stool. Importantly, this is a standard height piano known as a Console model; most Acrosonics we have seen are of the Spinet version. This is a remarkable piano of a very high quality and finish,  with a lively and substantial tone. We feel it rivals any American made piano that we have tried, including a very similar model from arguably the best maker of pianos in the world. The staining of the case is to a mahogany colour, although the veneer is a figured walnut with very beautiful graining. The immense detail on the piano make it extremely attractive and must have cost a premium when new. The piano has 88 keys (with ivory), with a medium to lighter touch, and 3 pedals. The middle pedal lifts the bass dampers and is not a dampening pedal. The dimensions of this piano are a height of 112 cm, a width of 145,5 cm and a depth of 65 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 575.00.
Sale price: R 46 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 747 Bechstein Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 142751; Model 8 "Concert Upright". We can proudly offer this magnificent piano for sale. Built in 1938, at the very peak of what many consider the Golden Age of piano building, this must have been one of the last pre-war pianos out of this famous factory. Model 8 Bechstein pianos are highly sought after and are very rare. The piano has 88 keys - Ivory naturals. At merely the price of a far more readily available (new) Eastern upright, this really deserves consideration, a piano like this is probably a good R 600 000.00 new. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 126 cm; a width of 156.5 cm and a depth of 63.5 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 860.00.

DE 778 C. Bechstein Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 97529. This Model 8 upright piano was built in Berlin, Germany, in 1910. The piano has a re-polished Rosewood casing. The model 8 Bechstein has long been considered a Concert model upright, of unrivalled quality. They are one of our absolute favourite pianos and are extremely scarce. This piano's condition is excellent throughout. This is a collector's piece, of a brand synonymous with quality piano building. Treat yourself! The tone is an incredible balance of a full rich sound with the ability for brightness as well. The keys are original and superb ivory. The piano has 88 keys - with a medium to lighter touch - and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 130 cm, a width of 156.5 cm and a depth of 63 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 875.00.

DE 726 Dietmann Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. This premier quality piano has a lovely structure and is a high quality piano, fitted with a Renner action. The additional detail in the casework would have made this a Premier a more expensive model. The condition is superb, being a one-owner piano from new. When played, it becomes immediately obvious that this is a higher-quality piano than is usual.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.

DE 756 Dietmann Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 11029. This piano was manufactured in South Africa, in the mid 1980’s. The Dietmann factory built many of South Africa's now well-known brands of piano, like Otto Bach. These Dietmann pianos seem to be of a higher than usual quality to the other brands. This is a very good example which we purchased in original well cared for condition. We've done the usual major service on it but beyond that it really needed no work. This is the ever-popular Queen Anne leg model, in quite an unusual walnut finish, most were mahogany. It has 88 keys, with a medium to heavier touch weight preferred by more serious players, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 103 cm, a width of 147 cm and a depth of 58 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 425.00.
Sale price: R 38 000.00 (incl. VAT)..

JAE 611 Ed. Seiler Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number: 6235/86036. This piano was manufactured in Denmark during the 1950's. Beautiful quality. Mahogany casing with Queen Anne legs, and moulding-detail on panel. It has 85 keys and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 112 cm, width of 140 cm and a depth of 58.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 550.00.
Sale price: R 45 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 763 Ed. Seiler Upright Pianoforte and stool. Serial number: 52051. This piano was manufactured in Liepzig, Germany in 1919.  The photos don't do the piano justice as they were taken during restoration. The casing has been re-polished to a satin black (May 2019). Seiler is one of our all-time favourites. The quality and instrumental value are of the very best produced. Furthermore, this is a deluxe model Seiler with medallioned frame et cetera. The piano has the lovely German warm tone and being a taller piano, allows for better sound projection. This piano has 85 keys, with a medium weight touch, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 126 cm, a width of 151 cm and a depth of 67 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 550.00.

DE 721 Fritz Kuhla Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number 14845.

This is a model U Fritz Kuhla piano and was manufactured in Germany. It has a light oak casing, which is quite unusual.

The piano has 85 keys - with a medium touch - and 2 pedals. The dimesions of this piano are: a height of 128 cm, a width of 147 cm and a depth of 62.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.
This piano is not for sale.



JAE 619 Görs and Kallmann Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. The piano has a mahogany casing. This premier piano has a lovely appearance and is in an original state with lovely ivory keys. It has 85 keys and 2 pedals.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.

DE 710 Gors and Kallmann Upright Pianoforte with stool.

Serial numbers: 33485 and 3158. This is a very attractive piano with refined details in the casing.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.

DE 712 Gors and Kallmann Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 34 579. Built around 1898 in Germany. Spectacular monastic-style casing, in Rosewood, with inlays on the panels, candle-holders. This being the only such styled example of this renowned make we have had, it's certainly a very rare collector’s piece. The condition is phenomenal considering it's great age, and is original in terms of polish, ivories and so on. Truly special. One would expect this piano to have had an over-damper action, however it is very fortunately fitted with a still-used under-damper action. This piano has a brigher tone, 85 keys - with a medium to heavier touch - and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 128.5 cm, width of 148 cm and a depth of 66 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 515.00.
Sale price: R 52 500.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 617 Reid and Sohn Upright Pianoforte with stool.

This piano is of recent vintage, made by Samick. It has a mahogany casing and is very much the style that the modern market desires.

The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 110 cm, width of 145.5 cm and a depth of 56.5 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 525.00.

DE 719 Rönisch Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 28136. This piano was built in Dresden, Germany between the years of 1895-1900, likely 1898. It is in an unbelievably original and cared-for state. It exudes quality and its burr walnut casing has a glowing patina. Pianos like this are extremely difficult to find. This is a collector's piece not only for its condition, quality or aesthetic appeal, but also because it is a superb piano in terms of tone, touch and usability. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 126 cm, width of 151 cm and a depth of 62.5 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 600.00.

DE 762 Rud. Ibach Upright Pianoforte and stool. Serial numbers: 104289; 93 618. This is a "treasure" of a piano; a proper Ibach, of very fine quality. German pianos are rare on our market, especially post-war, later models like this. Ibach is one of the most historic and renowned German piano builders. The piano is fitted with a Renner action. The quality of a piano like this surpasses expectations. It shows in the attention to detail and wonderful sound and touch.  It has a very compact design, with a richer tone than one would expect from a small piano, and an unusually light colour walnut casing make it aesthetically pleasing as well. A lovely thing! The piano has 88 keys, with a heavier touch as sought by many students and teachers, and 3 pedals. Please note though that the sostenuto/practice pedal rail inside is operated by hand. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 101 cm, a width of 142 cm and a depth of 53 cm.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 475.00.
Sale price: R 39 500.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 626 Kawai (re-labelled Hoffman & Kuhne) Upright Pianoforte with stool.

Serial number 83087. 

Manufactured in Japan, this piano has a walnut casing and is a Console Upright Piano (which means that it is a medium sized piano). It is really a lovely-looking, small, premier-quality piano.
Hire price: launch price of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 650.00.
Sale price: R 40 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 741 K. Kawai (Re-labelled as Bernhard Steiner) Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 173769. This piano was manufactured in Japan and is a walnut-cased upright of small proportions. Kawai is a well-recognised and respected piano-maker. This would be a wonderful option for anyone wanting a small piano which retains a good tone and importantly has a good action and touch sought by a more serious player. The piano has 88 keys and dimensions of: a height of 96 cm, width of 150 cm and a depth of 54.5 cm.
Hire price: a launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 500.00.
Sales price R 34 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 774 Kawai (Relabelled Bernhard Steiner) Upright Pianoforte and stool. Serial number:  K14044. This piano was manufactured in Japan and has a walnut casing.  This is an exceptionally clean, one-owner piano. These specific models are one of our favourites and will suit any player up to a serious level because the touch and action response is that of a high-quality instrument. The tone is pleasant and rich, not tinny as often is expected from Eastern instruments. This piano has 88 keys, with a medium to heavier touch, and 3 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 108 cm, width of 144.5 cm and a depth of 58.5 cm.
Hire price: a launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 525.00.
Sales price R 36 000.00 (incl. VAT).



JAE 621 Knight Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 26106. This really lovely little piano is an English-manufactured premier version, with clean lines. It is a smart, modern-looking piano that was re-polished by Eshelby Pianos. The photograph on the left shows the dulled original finish and the photographs on the top right show the revitalised beautiful mahogany casing. The 88 keys, with a medium touch weight, and 2 pedals reveal a rich and lively tone. Its dimensions are: a height of 102 cm, a width of 140 cm and a depth of 53 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 450.00.

DE 725 Neumayer Upright Pianoforte with stool. This premier quality piano will certainly appeal to someone who likes antiques. The incredibly high quality hand-built manufacture of pianos like this always astonishes.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 450.00.
Sale price: R 36 000.00 (incl. VAT)

DE 736 Rolex Upright Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 20742. Rolex, built by the Nigashi-Nihon factory of Japan. Designated the Rolex-Royal, model KP-33, this lovely piano must be the flagship model in their range as it's a full size upright with a clearly expensive build and finish. As far as we can deduce, it was probably made in the early 2000 s, only because there is a 2007 certificate with it, listed as a second hand piano sold. The casing is very unusual for a newer piano with much detail; the high gloss finish is superb. We see no reason this piano couldn't be favourably compared to anything else on the market. It is almost like an old German piano in a modern case with an unused action. Furthermore, it is fitted with Renner hammers, which denotes the best quality on any piano. It is really lovely. The piano has 88 keys, with a medium to firm touch, and 3 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 132 cm, a width of 156 cm and a depth of 63 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 850.00.
Sale price: R 52 000.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 608 Schiedmayer and Sohne Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number: 54091, built in 1952 in Stuttgart, Germany. This beautiful piano is a great example of a later model German piano, with all of the quality one could expect. It has ivory keys and a mahogany case. It is extremely difficult to find a better choice than this sort of piano. In a very un-used state.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 550.00.

DE 735 Scheidmeyer and Soehne Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number 449/32 950. In a walnut re-polished case, this piano has a lovely carving in a frame on its front panel. It was built in around 1912, and is of a wonderful, quality, with great attention to detail in its manufacture. This piano really is quite special, with a magnificent brighter and lively tone. It has 85 keys, with a medium to lighter touch, and 2 pedals. This piano’s dimensions are: height of 130 cm, width of 151 cm and depth of 64 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 450.00.
This piano is not for sale.

DE 751 Steinway and Sons Upright Pianoforte with stool. This compact piano has a walnut casing and is designed in the Art Deco style. Even though it is a smaller piano it still has a remarkable tone and on the piano it states that it has an acceerated action and one can really feel this in its very quick response. This is a proper, professional, premier standard of piano that would suit any player.
Hire price: a launch charge of R 3 500.00 followed with a monthly charge of R 1 500.00.
Sale price: R 140 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 791 Steinway and Sons upright piano and stool. Serial number: 291307. Model Z Steinways are extremely scarce. This Model Z Steinway was built in Hamburg, Germany in 1938. This is often considered the Golden Age of piano building, the time, effort and expense attached to instruments of this period is unsurpassed. The quality of design, materials and craftsmanship has surely never been exceeded. This remarkably modern-looking and compact Steinway is something special! Smaller German Steinways are especially rare in South Africa, and this clean design in gloss black (re-polished October 2019) is superb. The phrase "quality speaks for itself " has never been truer. The piano somehow draws one to it. A typical Steinway touch, on the heavier side, with an amazing action make this a consideration for any serious player. It has a wonderful, rich medium tone range with lots of potential for expression. The piano has 88 keys, with the naturals in original ivory, and 2 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are a: height of 115 cm; width of 150.5 cm and depth of 60.5 cm.
Hire price: a launch charge of R 3 500.00 followed with a monthly charge of R 1 500.00.
Sale price: R 142 500.00 (incl. VAT).

JAE 623 Yamaha (Re-labelled Edward Fischer) Upright Pianoforte with matching stool. Serial number: 86065.

This piano was manufactured in 1957 and has a light birch-maple wood casing. Edward Fischer was a brand-name used by Yamaha on some early imports into South Africa. The spinet-style has remained ever-popular, due to the neat appearance it offers. Yamaha pianos are renowned for their quality, especially the older models, made in Japan. This piano has 88 keys, with a heavier touch, and 2 pedals.
Hire price:launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 500.00.
Sale price: R 31 500.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 767 Yamaha Upright Pianoforte and stool. Serial number: 4047771, Model U1 A. This piano was manufactured in Japan, in 1985, and has a rare, walnut casing with matching stool. The condition is as close to new as one could expect. We know the history of this piano since new. As dealers we jump at the chance to buy pianos like this, they are very scarce and always costly to get, but are so because they are so sought after. This is the "professional" model Yamaha upright. A wood finish piano is always significantly more expensive than one in black as the right veneers have to be sought and even matched. Whereas, with a black casing, there is no need to perfect the casing to this degree. This piano has 88 keys, with a medium to heavier touch, and 3 pedals. The dimensions of this piano are: a height of 121 cm, width of 150.5 cm and a depth of 61 cm.
Hire price: launch charge of R 2 150.00 and monthly charge of R 1200.00.
Sale price: R 85 000.00 (incl. VAT).

Contact Jacqueline: jacqueline@eshelbypianos.com or 0823486131.

DE 918 C. Bechstein Grand Pianoforte with stool. Serial number: 152722. This Bechstein model L Grand pianoforte was manufactured in

Berlin and has the much desired high-gloss black finish. It is a very rare find. Pianos like this just do not come onto the market very often. It is in a lovely and unrestored condition.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3 250.00 and monthly charge of R 2 950.00.

DE 932 Rud. Ibach Grand Pianoforte and stool. Serial number: 83747. This piano was built in Germany in 1921. Ibach is one of Germany's best-known piano builders. The casing is extremely elegant, having a light, well-proportioned feel. It has 88 keys, in ebony and ivory, and two pedals. This is a nice sized piano at 180 cm in length and 151 cm in width. It is very original condition is a testament to being well kept and lightly used.
We feel to simply give the piano a major service and cleaning, as to undertake any major repair seems unnecessary and adds cost but not value-to-use.
We will point out any age-related condition "faults" to prospective buyers. Such as a few blemishes on the ebony casing, a soundboard crack et cetera, and show why we feel these don't warrant repair.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3250.00 and monthly charge of R 2150.00.
Sale price: R 132 000.00 (incl. VAT).

DE 921 Schiedmayer and Sons Grand Pianoforte with matching stool.

This piano was manufactured in 1968.

The model has cabriole legs and a traditional lyre-shaped pedal lyre. With a re-polished dark walnut casing, the piano is lovely. 

Internally it is virtually as new. Although an obvious choice for hire or purchase, at approximately 1.8 m long, one needs enough space for this sort of grandeur.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3 250.00 and monthly charge of R 1 950.00.

DE 905 Steinway and Sons Grand Pianoforte with stool. This Model O Steinway Grand Piano was manufactured in Hamburg, Germany in 1952. Steinway refer to the Model O as the 'living room grand' as it is the most substantial in size of Steinway's "small grands". The piano has a walnut casing and is approximately 180 cm in length and 147 cm in width. The piano has a full, rich sound and all of the character one expects from the renowned maker.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3950.00 and monthly charge of R 2950.00.
Sale price: R 450 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 909 Steinway and Sons Grand Pianoforte with stool. Serial number 291133. This is an exceptionally rare "modern" model S grand, built in 1938. The case-design is extremely unusual, so much so that we nor otherinterested parties at the time the piano was offered for sale, believed it to be original, however the authenticity was confirmed by Steinways themselves, and the casing is correct.It is a New York edition. Steinway grands tend to look like Steinway grands -with the exception of veneer choices, finished colour, and occasional Chippendale (Cabriole leg) models - most follow the same pattern. To find something like this is remarkable, and it might be said, not to be repeated, in South Africa. Being a true statement piece, retaining its design presence and collectible appeal, this surely has to be an investment for the future.
The casing is currently in walnut, according to the previous owner, his dad received it in black, and Steinway's report confirms this, so it is probably not in its original guise. It could be taken back to black if required, however it looks wonderful as it stands.
There is no major internal work needed, again, we would rather see the original integrity of the instrument kept and restoring it should detract from the value rather than add to it.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3950.00 and monthly charge of R 2950.00.
Sale price: R 455 000.00 (incl. VAT).



DE 910 Wurlitzer Grand Pianoforte with matching stool. Made in the U.S.A., this piano has lovely proportions and a walnut casing.

This piano has remained in one family since new, some history is available. The condition remains most original. American pianos like this are rare in our market, and are of excellent quality. They have a generally acclaimed reputation in the trade for great reliability and strength. This would be very hard to beat.
Hire price: launch charge of R 3250.00 and monthly charge of R 1500.00.

Contact details for monthly piano hire:

Jacqueline, 0823486131 (Calls/WhatsApp/Sms) or jacqueline@eshelbypianos.com

Details regarding Eshelby Pianos Piano Rental in Johannesburg and Pretoria:

Hiring a piano is a great option if you are indecisive about which piano to buy, it is also a way to inexpensively see if a hobby is going to be long-term. If you decide to purchase a piano, most of our hire pianos are for sale. We currently have a variety of over 425 pianos good quality Standard Upright, Premier Upright, Artistically Finished and Grand Pianos hired out to areas in and around the Gauteng area - Johannesburg and Pretoria, including Krugersdorp. We service, restore and re-polish our pianos ourselves, as such are confident about the quality of our stock. All pianos supplied are of an under-damper design (unless specified otherwise); come with stools and are tuned to concert pitch.  

As soon as you choose a piano from the detailed list of pianos currently available (above) let us know which piano you would like to hire, we will email you a hire agreement; once we have been emailed the required documents and the launch payment reflects in our account, we will arrange for the delivery of the piano to your residence.