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Kolstein Music

Carlo Guiseppi Testore Bass Violin

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SKU: B1420

Carlo Guiseppi Testore Bass Violin 7/8 Size, Violin-cornered, Flatback Model Made in Milan, Italy c. 1699

  • Top table is a two-piece plate of slab-cut pine
  • Back table is a two-piece plate of slab-cut willow
  • Ribs of matching willow to that of the back table
  • Original scroll of pearwood with a moderately flamed maple neck graft
  • Montavani style individual brass tuners
  • Varnish is deep reddish brown
  • This classic master calibre bass has phenomenal depth, projection and sonority - characteristic of it's high pedigree; excellent instrument for solo or orchestral use.
  • Fully restored to excellent condition by Samuel Kolstein & Son, Ltd.
  • Overall body length: 42 3/4 in.
  • Width at the upper bout: 20 3/4 in.
  • Width at the center bout: 14 1/2 in.
  • Width at the lower bout: 26 3/8 in.
  • Mensure (string length): 42 3/8 in.

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