Correspondence from Martin Robertson to Richard Pringsheim regarding works to the Dolmetsch harpischord

6 pages (photocopies) of correspondence from Martin Robertson to Richard Pringsheim, consisting of updates regarding progress of work on the harpsichord (20 March 1979); a covering letter for estimate of restoration work on the instrument (3 June 1978); details of disposition of instrument; layout of pedals; instructions for tuning to equal temperament; and details of method of assembly of stand.

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