This instrument was commissioned in 1987 and completed in 1988. It was built using Cremonese modeling and the execution was intended to give an impression of Brescian style. The back length is 16.5" or 423mm. The upper bout is relatively narrow to allow easy access to the upper registers.
The current owner states "The viola has a beautiful warm, round tone. The string response is quick and bright in the higher registers so it projects well in a quartet texture. I feel it's a newer instrument that captures the sound and quality of older, more expensive instruments."
Prior to leaving my shop this second time I will ensure the instrument is in a virtually new condition i.e. soundpost, bridge, strings, varnish, fingerboard, pegs, etc. etc. will all be reviewed and brought to "like new" function. The only aspect of this instrument that won't be "like new" is that it has been well played in for the past 23 years.
The price of this viola is $32,000. If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a trial, please visit the contact page.
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