Luigi Chiericato Bass Violin Full cut 3/4 Size, Violin-cornered, Round-back Model Made in Venice, Italy c. 1885 The top is a five piece sectional plate ranging in grain from moderate slab cut fir to medium slab cut fir at the center section The back table is a two-piece slab cut willow with a sectioned wing at both the upper and lower right bouts Ribs of matching poplar to that of the back table The neck and scroll are original of plain grain poplar Individual brass tuning gears mounted on a brass plate Varnish is deep reddish brownish color This is an extremely fine example of Chiericato workmanship. This fine Bass offers a lush dark projecting quality of sound, even in all registers most dark lush quality of sound, with great projection; even in all registers; fine orchestral or solo instrument Fully restored excellent condition Overall body length: 44 in. Width at the upper bout: bout 19 3/8 in. Width at the center bout: 13 ¾ in. Width at the lower bout: 26 3/8 in. Mensure (string length): 41 7/8 in. Kolstein padded cover included with purchase
