Description

Attributed C.G. Testore Bass Violin
Milan, Italy  Circa 1710

This bass is a full cut 3/4 size Violincornered Flatback Bass Violin
Top table is a six piece sectional table of fine to medium vertical grain spruce
Back table is a two piece sectional table of slab cut Pearwood
Ribs are of matching character Pearwood to that of the back table
Scroll is original of Pearwood with a flamed maple neck graft
Gear are individual Baker style tuning gears mount on a brass plate
Varnish is a lush brownish amber color

This Bass offers a most unique powerful projecting sound in all registers with great depth.. A most impressive orchestral bass of the highest quality.

Overall Body Length: 41-3/4″
Width Across the Upper Bout: 19″
Width Across the Center Bout : 14-5/8″
Width Across the Lower Bout:  26″
Mensure: 41-1/2″