French Bass Bernardel Shop made around 1860

Bernardel Shop Bass made in Paris, France circa 1860. 

Bernardel Shop Upright Bass, Paris c. 1860. A superb example of the 19th-century French school, featuring elegant violin corners and a resonant roundback, attributed to the Bernardel workshop tradition. With a 42 7/8" string length and generous yet well-proportioned 46" body, this bass offers an ideal balance of power, clarity, and playability. The Bernardel ateliers stood at the heart of Parisian lutherie, known for refined modeling and instruments built to project with warmth, focus, and complexity. This bass delivers a singing upper register, a centered core and a strong, projection—equally great at home or in orchestral, chamber, or solo settings. A rare opportunity to own a true old-world French shop bass from one of the most respected traditions in 19th-century instrument making from the era when French ateliers were shaping the sound and standards of modern string making.

String Length: 42 7/8"
Upper Bout: 21 1/2"
Middle Bout: 15 1/4"
Lower Bout: 26 1/2"
Body Length: 46"