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SOLD Richard Duke Viola, London c1770

Not often seen, a magnificent small Duke viola, London c1770.



Branded "Duke" below button and "Duke" & "16" to lower rib.



It has an original neck/scroll with the neck built-up at root for modern playing.



Original amber/brown varnish is plentiful.



Lovely one-piece maple back with matching ribs.



Excellent condition - minor repairs to front (not soundpost or bass bar). Historic repairs to pegbox.



Quality set-up with fancy pegs (Victorian?), Passione strings and Hills & Son bridge.



LOB: 378mm (under 15")



Ideal for the viola player/violinist looking for a small instrument without the loss of that wonderful deep viola tone.

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NICKCOOPERVIOLINS

Summer Field House

155A Boundary Road

Newark

Notts.

NG24 4AU

 

(very close to Sconce & Devon Park)

 

Parking available on driveway, alternatively plenty of space in Sconce & Devon Park

nick@nickcooperviolins.co.uk

07899 792599

United Kingdom

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