Salzedo
Introduced by Lyon & Healy in 1928, the Salzedo is named after legendary harpist-composer-teacher Carlos Salzedo, who collaborated with Witold Gordon on its design. Created in the Art Deco style characteristic of the 1920s, the Salzedo is marked by precise linear carving and austere geometric decoration in the Hard Maple column and base. This same style is reflected in the ornamentation on the extended soundboard, which features hand-applied red and silver stripes – also a popular Art Deco pattern. Its bold lines and angles create a striking and unmistakable profile.
Style 100
Introduced in 1964 to commemorate Lyon & Healy’s 100th anniversary, the Style 100 was originally referred to as the “Centennial” model. The Style 100 features a graceful tapered Harp Maple column with scalloped fluting, giving it striking poise suitable for both contemporary and traditional settings.
Style 11 Gold
A romantic harp designed by Lyon & Healy in 1919, the Style 11 is characterized by a classic Art Nouveau motif of fluid vertical lines, flowers and vine tendrils which are hand-carved into the Hard Maple column, base and feet. The harp is hand-gilded with 23+ karat gold leaf and burnished to highlight the intricacies of the hand-carved wood. Soft floral decoration accents the extended soundboard which also features a double Rosewood inlay along the edges.
Style 11 Natural
A romantic harp designed by Lyon & Healy in 1919, the Style 11 is characterized by a classic Art Nouveau motif of fluid vertical lines, flowers and vine tendrils which are hand-carved into the Hard Maple column, base and feet. Soft floral decoration accents the extended soundboard which also features a double Rosewood inlay along the edges.
Style 11 Nouveau
A romantic harp designed by Lyon & Healy in 1919, the Style 11 Nouveau is characterized by a classic Art Nouveau motif of fluid vertical lines, flowers and vine tendrils which are hand-carved into the Hard Maple column, base and feet. The extended soundboard features a double Rosewood inlay along the edges and is accented by soft floral decoration embellished with hand-painting. In colors that complement this decoration, the hand-carved floral elements have also been meticulously hand-painted, resulting in a show-stopping effect.
Style 23 Bronze
The Style 23 Bronze highlights the embellished floral carving at the crown, top of the column, base and feet with rich, reflective bronze and walnut finish. Sweeping organic decoration accents the extended Sitka Spruce soundboard, which also features a double Rosewood inlay along the edges.
Style 23 Gold
Created by Lyon & Healy in 1890, this intricate harp is symbolic of the Victorian era during which it was made. The Style 23 has become the most recognized harp in the world and showcases the woodworking artistry of the Lyon & Healy craftspeople. The highly embellished floral carving at the crown, top of the column, base and feet, is coupled with a fleur de lis pattern at the bottom of the column – both notable features of the time. The carving of the Style 23 Gold is accented with 23+ karat hand-gilding. A complimentary sweeping floral decoration accents the extended soundboard.
Style 23 Natural
Created by Lyon & Healy in 1890, this complex harp is symbolic of the Victorian era during which it was first made. The Style 23 has become the most recognized harp in the world and showcases the woodworking artistry of the Lyon & Healy craftspeople. The highly embellished floral carving at the crown, top of the column, base and feet, is coupled with a fleur de lis pattern at the bottom of the column – both were notable features of the time. Sweeping organic decoration accents the extended Sitka Spruce soundboard, which also features a double Rosewood inlay along the edges.
Style 30
A modern harp created by Lyon & Healy in 1959, the Style 30 has a stately, formal look that endures the test of time. The sculpted vertical lines in the column are offset by soft arcs at the top. Angles in the base are restrained by a curved slope and beveled edges. The soundboard with single inlay edging features two subtle angles, giving the illusion of a bend and complementing the graceful design of the column. The architectural shape of the harp creates a unique and brilliant sound.
Style 85 CG
A contemporary harp designed by Lyon & Healy in 1985, the Style 85 is marked by its pure elegance. Subtle in design, the Style 85’s ornamentation is sparse, bringing focus to its fluted column, the fluid curves in the base and showcasing the classic harmonic outline of the harp. The soundboard is decorated with a beautiful climbing vine while the solid brass action plates feature restrained decoration.
