Instrument Type: Viola
Item #: XXX-625
Year: 1788
Price: Upon Request
Maker: Lorenzo Storioni
Description: Laurentius Storioni was born in 1744 in Contrada Confettoria. At the age of 24, Storioni became active as a violin maker and is mentioned in the diaries of Count Cozio di Salabue in 1775. He took on G. Rota as an apprentice from 1782 through 1786, and later established himself in Casa Bolzesi, Contrada Coltellai in 1787. Lorenzo is often praised for his help in keeping the Cremonese violin making tradition afloat in the late 18th century. This viola is from the Reuning & Son shop in Boston and is here in our studio for the Viola Exhibition. The Viola Exhibition is from June 12 – 16. Back Length: 39.3 cm. 15 1/2 in. String Length: 35.9 cm. 14 1/8 in. Certified by Chris Reuning.
Terms: This viola is available for examination and trial and has been meticulously set up to our exacting specifications before addition to our catalog. If you wish to inquire further about this viola, please contact us using the green button at the top of this listing or call 1-818-762-1374 during business hours.