We are pleased to offer this fine Neapolitan cello for examination, trial and sale.
Instrument Type: Cello
Year: Circa 1850
Price: Upon request
Maker: Neapolitan
Dimensions: Back Length, 74.2 cm. String Length, 68.0 cm.
The Cello
This visually striking cello, made in or near Naples between the 1850s and 1880s, has been attributed to Ventapane and Gabrielli. It features a beautifully figured maple back and sides, highlighted by uncommon black-wood outside linings that give the cello a unique appearance. Petite in size, the cello has a bright, intimate voice with excellent responsiveness and clarity. It speaks easily and would be well suited to chamber music and orchestral settings. Dendrochronology by Peter Ratcliff further supports the cello’s origin. This cello presents an opportunity to acquire an old Italian instrument at a reduced price due to the uncertainty surrounding its precise maker.
Terms of Sale
This fine cello 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 cello, please contact us using the green button at the top of this listing or call 1-818-762-1374 during business hours.