Old Italian bowl back with no label inside
This one turned out for sale here. It looks in good conditions. I did not go to check it out yet. Asking price is around equivalent of 170 euros.
If it's playable do you think it's worth it.
And does the missing label necessarily mean it was opened and repaired at some point in it's life.
If you have any clue of what the maker could be it would be great
“Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.”
― Victor Hugo
Re: Old Italian bowl back with no label inside
Looking thoroughly at the photos, there seems to be a separation or crack on top at center joint. The tuners don't seem to be authentic. And the photos of the top have been tampered with to cover for scratches.
I am still interested to know what it is
“Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.”
― Victor Hugo
Re: Old Italian bowl back with no label inside
My guess would be Sicilian, Hany, likely Catanese. If made for the trade it might never have had a label.
It does look like it may have been refinished and the top, perhaps, resurfaced somewhat / somehow.
I agree that the tuners don't look original.
It doesn't strike me as something exceptional and for 170, I'd hope it was most playable and sounded quite nice. Still, to me it would likely be enjoyable to check out if it is local to you.
Let us know if you do.....
Mick
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