Instrument Type: Cello
Item #: xxx-725
Year: 1986
Price: $32,000.00
Maker: Otto Karl Schenk
Description: Otto Schenk apprenticed in Bern, Switzerland with Edith Dittrich for four years. He then moved to Los Angeles for four years where he studied under Hans Weisshaar. He then moved to New York where he studied under Jacques Français. Otto has won various medals and certificates for the workmanship and tone of his instruments. His merits include: Four years apprenticeship in Bern Switzerland with Edith Dittrich. Four years with Hans Weisshaar, Los Angeles. Four years with Jacques Français, New York (head of workshop René Morel). Gold medal for workmanship and certificate of tone at the competition of the V.S.A. in Philadelphia in 1976. Certificate of merit for viola tone, viola workmanship and cello workmanship at the competition of the V.S.A. in La Jolla in 1978. This particular cello is a David Tecchler model.Back Length: 76.7 cm.
Terms: This 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.