Interesting early violoncello labelled Januarius Gaglianus, ...

Estimate

£1,000 - £2,000

Interesting early violoncello labelled Januarius Gaglianus, Fecit Neapoli ****, the two piece back of medium curl with similar wood to the sides, the head of plainish wood, the table of a medium/fine width grain and the varnish of a reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 29 1/4", 74.30cm

*This violoncello retains the original and unusual wooden threaded spike, and is sold with a cello stand

More Information

This violoncello has a table sound post and many other cracks, the back appears in better condition but with a stress fracture running up from the lower bouts for approximately 4", some evidence of previous worm infestation. This bow is in excellent condition. See images for guidance, personal viewing advised.
Dimensions: back length 11.25", stop length 15.5" and sounding string length 26.75".