The Steinway Crown Jewels are examples of master craftsmanship. No two instruments are alike, because time and time again new, symmetrical veneer patterns are created to make each instrument truly unique. The veneers of the BLACK MASTERPIECE edition are equally artfully assembled by Steinway’s specialists. Stained black, they give the grand pianos an inimitable new look. This is complemented by the inner rim, soundboard and bridge in black, and the cast-iron plate and all the metal fittings in anthracite.