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Weber Pianos
| Name | Weber Pianos |
| Ortssitz | New York City |
| Straße | Fifth Avenue |
| Art des Unternehmens | Klavierfabrik |
| Anmerkungen | Lagerräume: Fifth Avenue, Ecke West 16th Street |
| Quellenangaben | [New Yorks great industries (1884) 323] |
| Zeit |
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| 1849 |
Gründung |
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| Klaviere |
1884 |
[New York's great industries (1884)] |
1884 |
[New York's great industries (1884)] |
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| ZEIT | 1884 |
| THEMA | Firmendarstellung |
| TEXT | A review of the great mercantile and manufacturing interests of the metropolis would be incomplete without a sketch of the world-renowned piano house of Weber, which for years has been recognized as one of the leading and most successful in its line. About thirty-five years ago the elder Mr. Weber established a pianoforte manufactory. It was located down town, and for a time was considered a rather risky venture. Its enterprising proprietor, however, was a man of indomitable pluck and energy. He soon overcame all obstacles and gained a substantial footing on the road to fame and prosperity. As years rolled by the business grew to large proportions, and the little down-town factory became inadequate to accommodate the trade. A site was purchased at Seventh Avenue and 17th Street, and the erection of the present immense factory was begun. After having gained the topmost round of success, which was accomplished by years of industrious work, Mr. Weber passed away, leaving the continuation of the business to his son Albert, The house of Weber is to-day a monument to the energy, capacity and honorable methods which ever animated its worthy founder. The extensive manufactory at Seventh Avenue and 17th Street is an imposing structure, substantially constructed, well lighted and ventilated throughout. Its floors cover a space equal to many acres. Throughout this large establishment there is a wilderness of machinery of the best and most modern description driven by powerful engines. The internal fittings, both as regards motive power and machinery, are absolutely unsurpassed on the continent. A force of six hundred workmen are constantly employed. They constitute the best trained talent and skill of Europe and America. The warerooms and offices occupy a handsome edifice on the corner of Fifth Avenue and West 16th Street. The amount of floor space is extensive, and yet none too large for the stock of pianos on exhibition. The grand, square and uprights are marvels of beauty and art. The Weber piano is know n the world over. It has a reputation built solely on merit. That it is recognized as the best product of American skill and mechanical genius is evinced by the fact of its enormous sale. They are used in preference to any other piano in conservatories, schools, seminaries and the concert room, on account of their volume and purity, great durability and singing qualities. Carreno has said "I am not surprised that every great artist prefers the Weber piano. They are truly noble instruments, and meet every requirement of the most exacting artist." Nearly all the celebrities of the musical world have declared the Weber to be, without exception, the most magnificent instrument made. Mr. Albert Weber, who is now the head of the business, possesses all the sterling qualities and indomitable energy of his father. He has displayed marked aptitude and ability, and is generally regarded as one of our most promising young business men. He has won the admiration of every one by the honorable, manly, and liberal system which characterizes all his transactions. Mr. Weber has exerted a marked influence in advancing the interests of the piano trade. He is very popular in the highest social circles, and is a gentleman in every way able to sustain his social and commercial status. |
| QUELLE | [New Yorks great industries (1884) 323] |
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