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Kolstein Music

18th Century Italian Pear-Shaped Bass

Regular price $77,983.00 AUD
Regular price $61,737.00 AUD Sale price $77,983.00 AUD
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SKU: ISS12366

Attributed to the Pietro Tononi

Top Table is two piece modified slab cut fir. Back Table Two piece slab cut poplar. Ribs are of similar character poplar to that of the back table. Scroll is original of poplar with a slight figured maple neck graft. The varnish is a deep reddish brown color. Gears are of Baker style individual brass tuning gears. The Bass offers the finest orchestra and solo tonal qualities with the ultimate playing facilities.

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Overall Body Length:
44 1/4 inches……112.4cm
Width Across the Upper Bout :
18 3/4 inches…….47.5 cm
Width Across the Center Bout :
15 1/2 inches…….39.4 cm
Width Across the Lower Bout :  
26 inches…….66.1 cm
Mensure (String Length):
41 1/8 inches…….104.5 cm