Kolstein Music

Pietro Palotta Bass Violin

Name: Pietro Palotta Bass Violin
Brand: Kolstein Music
SKU: B1422
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Pietro Palotta Bass Violin Modified 7/8 Size, Violin-cornered, Roundback Model Made in Perugia, Italy c. 1792 Labeled within

Top table is a two-piece sectional plate of wide vertical grained spruce
Back table is a one-piece plate of slab-cut willow
Ribs of matching willow to that of the back table
Original scroll of plain grained poplar with an extra volute typical of this maker and a moderately flamed maple neck graft
Individual brass, decorative knob tuners mounted on brass plates
Varnish is deep brownish auburn
This exceptional instrument is one of the finest examples of Palotta workmanship with tonal characteristics to match the pedigree; great solo and orchestral qualities
Excellent condition
Overall body length: 42 3/8 in.
Width at the upper bout: 18 3/4 in.
Width at the center bout: 13 3/8 in.
Width at the lower bout: 26 3/16 in.
Mensure (string length): 40 1/2 in.