Italian Bass Violin attributed to the workmanship of the Antonio Gibertini Shop

Description

Italian Bass Violin
attributed to the workmanship of the Antonio Gibertini Shop

made in Genoa, Italy, circa 1840.

• The Bass is 3/4 Size, Violin-cornered, Flatback Model
• The top table is a three piece plate of fir ranging from slab cut in center section to partial quarter sawn on the outer flank sections
• The back table is a two piece plate of slab cut poplar with matching character poplar ribs to that of the back table
• The scroll and neck are both original of plain grain poplar
• The gears are individual brass Baker tuning gears
• Varnish is a deep reddish brown color

The Bass is in excellent condition, fully restored in the Kolstein shop
with a deep lush quality sound. A truly excellent orchestral or solo bass of quality.

• Overall body length: 40 1/4 in..
• Width at the upper bout: 17 in.
• Width at the center bout: 12 3/4 in.
• Width at the lower bout: 23 1/4 in.
• Mensure (string length): 40 in.

Kolstein padded cover included with purchase