Lot #78: 1956 Harmony Patrician Archtop Acoustic Guitar – Vintage Chicago Classic

Step back into the golden age of American guitar craftsmanship with this stunning 1956 Harmony Patrician, made in Chicago, USA. A true mid-century masterpiece, this archtop embodies the warm, resonant tone and timeless style that defined the jazz and blues era of the 1950s. Built with a beautifully aged spruce top and maple back and sides, this instrument delivers that classic, woody projection and rich midrange depth that only vintage Harmony guitars can offer. The elegant f-holes, tortoise pickguard, and Art Deco headstock logo capture the era’s refined design aesthetic, while the trapeze tailpiece and floating bridge preserve its authentic acoustic voice. Kept in remarkable condition for nearly seventy years, this Patrician has been carefully stored in its original fitted case and shows only light, honest wear — the kind that tells its story, not detracts from it. The neck is straight, frets are in excellent shape, and the action plays comfortably, making it as enjoyable to perform with as it is to display. ⸻ Highlights: • Genuine 1956 Harmony Patrician (Made in Chicago, USA) • Solid spruce archtop with maple body • Original tortoise pickguard and trapeze tailpiece • Distinctive Art Deco “Patrician” headstock logo • Stored in original vintage case • Classic warm, midrange tone perfect for jazz, blues, and swing A fine example of 1950s American luthiery — playable vintage charm and collectibility in one beautiful instrumen Pickup category timeslot {A}