"Victorian Pianos: Beauty at a Cost"

**The Dark History Behind the Beautiful Sound of Victorian Pianos**

Join us in this eye-opening video as we explore the hidden truths behind one of the most beloved musical instruments—the piano. While the enchanting melodies of the Victorian era captivate our hearts, the stark reality of how these pianos were constructed reveals a troubling history of ivory exploitation.

Did you know that each piano key required approximately 0.16 cm thick pieces of ivory? With around one million pianos in Victorian England, the demand for ivory was staggering—leading to the sacrifice of thousands of elephants. Discover the shocking statistics and the ethical implications of this beautiful instrument as we delve into the intricate balance between art and conservation.

In this video, we will cover:
- The construction details of Victorian pianos and the materials used.
- The staggering amount of ivory required for a single piano and the total demand during the Victorian era.
- The environmental and ethical concerns surrounding the use of ivory in musical instruments.

**Reflect on the cost of beauty** as we question whether musicians of the past ever considered the tragic fate of the elephants that made their melodies possible.

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