Sure, let’s start by taking it apart gently and checking every joint, every key for warped wood or warped felt. I’ll hand‑pick a lacquer that matches what 19th‑century artisans used, because nothing says authenticity like the same dust that stuck on those original varnishes. You might be tempted to bolt on a modern tuning system or use a power lathe, but that’s like putting a smartphone in a carriage – it looks clever but kills the soul. Trust the slow, careful hand‑work, and you’ll hear that wood breathe again.

Sure, just remember the glue has to be the same age as the wood, no modern resins; otherwise the piano will be a museum piece that never plays.