Viola English C.1750 The one piece back of maple of strong medium curl descending across the back from the bass down towards the treble. The ribs of similar curl, the pegbox and scroll of faint medium-broad curl.
The two piece front of pine of medium-broad grain.
The varnish of a rich warm orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Unlabelled
Length of back 398mmWidth upper bout 193mmWidth centre bout 135mmWidth lower bout 232mmCondition 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: Small crack upper bass flank, bass f-hole wing crack running up towards edge from lower hole. Treble f-hole wing crack running up towards edge from lower hole, carck running down from lower hole and crack running up from upper hole. Crack in treble lower flank.
Back: Two small cracks lower treble flank near centre.
Ribs: Small crack in lower bass rib, small crack in treble middle rib near lower mitre.
Neck: Original neck built up at the heel. Pegholes bushed.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £8,250 is included with this instrument
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