David Dearborn Bass ViolinMade in Deerfield, MA c. 18307/8 Size, Gamba Shaped, Flat Back
Top table is a two-piece plate of wide vertical grained fir
Back table is a two-piece plate of broad figured maple
Ribs of matching maple to that of the back table
Original scroll of of plain grained maple with a moderately flamed maple neck graft
Original tuning gears mounted on brass plates
Varnish is deep brownish amber
This extraordinary example of Dearborn workmanship is not only quite rare , but a spectacular sounding bass violin with great tonal qualities for both orchestral and jazz use
