Carlo Guiseppi Testore Bass Violin 7/8 Size, Violin-cornered, Flatback Model Made in Milan, Italy c. 1699 Top table is a two-piece plate of slab-cut pine Back table is a two-piece plate of slab-cut willow Ribs of matching willow to that of the back table Original scroll of pearwood with a moderately flamed maple neck graft Montavani style individual brass tuners Varnish is deep reddish brown This classic master calibre bass has phenomenal depth, projection and sonority - characteristic of it's high pedigree; excellent instrument for solo or orchestral use. Fully restored to excellent condition by Samuel Kolstein & Son, Ltd. Overall body length: 42 3/4 in. Width at the upper bout: 20 3/4 in. Width at the center bout: 14 1/2 in. Width at the lower bout: 26 3/8 in. Mensure (string length): 42 3/8 in.
