Luigi Parma Bass Violin

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Luigi Parma Bass Violin 7/8 Size, Gamba Shaped, Round Back Model Made in Sementina, Italy c. 1904 Top table is a two-piece plate of wide vertical grained spruce Back table is a two -piece plate of slab-cut walnut Ribs of matching walnut to that of the back table Original scroll of slightly figured poplar with a moderately flamed maple neck graft Individual Tyrolean knob tuning gears mounted on brass plates Varnish is deep brownish amber This fine example of Parma craftsmanship has exceptional orchestral and pizzicato qualities with great depth and projection Fully restored to excellent condition Overall body length: 43 in. Width at the upper bout: 20 1/2 in. Width at the center bout: 14 1/8 in. Width at the lower bout: 25 1/4 in. Mensure (string length): 41 in. Show more