Cello German Mittenwald C.1870. A fine and charcteristic example of a Mittenwald cello.
The two piece back of faint medium curl running horizontally across the back from the joint, the ribs, pegbox and scroll of similar curl. The two piece front of pine of medium grain. The varnish of a rich dark red-orange colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Unlabelled
Length of back 746mmWidth upper bout 335mmWidth centre bout 227mmWidth lower bout 430mmCondition ReportPlease note that the condition report lists all repairs that have been historically undertaken. The instrument is, however, offered in a fully restored condition and has been fully and professionally setup in our workshops. Any repairs have either been conducted by ourselves or fully inspected and the quality of the repair verified by our workshop. No further repairs are required. Details listed in this condition report are for information purposes only. Front: Treble f-hole wing crack running up frpm lower hole.
Ribs: Lower bass rib several cracks. Lower treble rib two cracks near rib mitre.
Varnish: Crazed throughout.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £7,700 is included with this instrument
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