Scala Vilagio F.H. A. Guarneri Viola 1676

ViolaAndrea Guarneri’s viola model is very popular among violists and is therefore often copied. Andrea Guarneri was the grandfather of Guarneri del Gesu and learned his craft from Nicolo Amati. He is best known for his violas
Handmade in Germany by master violin maker Florian Hertzsch
The viola model from 1676 has a back length of about 16.5” and therefore also a powerful tone
Top made of alpine spruce
Back, ribs and scroll made of flamed maple
Fretboard made of ebony
Ebony fittings
Antique oil varnish with amber varnish from own production according to the Italian model
Thin varnish layer for unhindered vibration of the woods
Traces of wear imitating old Italian violins
Final sound adjustment via bridge and soundpost
Floor length: 422 mm / 16.5”
Bridge position: 225 mm
Neck length: 141 mm
Strings: Thomastik Dominant
Incl. certificate and Jakob Winter viola case 51015 CAB