14" Viola made in Germany around 1890 (Instrument Only)

This is one of Animato Strings' largest selections of new and old stringed instruments in Australia, including Asian-hand-made, European, U.S., Australian, and Antique stringed instruments. Added to the list are the original Animato String brands.

Check out this Gliga I Viola. Outstanding instrument for the advanced student, renowned for its full range of warm tonal colors.

The price includes:

A good bow

Quality plywood case

Rosin

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This 14" French Viola is an Amati Copy dated around 1910. Nicola Amati was an Italian master luthier who came from a family of luthiers but was considered the famous luthier in their clan

Amati Mangenot (1901 – 1966) was a French luthier who learned his craft from his father, Paul Alexandre Mangenot.

Mezzo-Forte Carbon Fiber Viola (Available In 15 And 16.5 Inch) Features:

• Warm and brilliant sound

• Excellent projection

• Comfortable Playability in higher positions

These violas are manufactured in Germany and set up in the Mezzoforte workshop by an experienced luthier. They are tested rigorously before being sold.

Making an instrument from carbon fibre has other advantages:

• They are not affected by climate changes such as humidity or temperature

• Carbon fibre is strong and stable

• They are striking in appearance

• Ideal for travelling and playing outside

Jan Chamot (1939) 15 3/4 Inch Viola features:

• Made in Krakov Poland in 1934

• Expertly restored and set up by the luthiers in Animato's workshop

• Despiau three-star bridge and Evah Pirazzi strings fitted

We have here the Georg Tiefenbrunner 15.3" Viola made in Mittenwald, Germany about 1890. Tiefenbrunner remained true to his heritage in selecting the tone woods, specifically the medium-grained spruce for the top and closely flamed maple for the one-part back are both premium woods from the Karwendel Mountains.

We have here a 15" Paul Knorr Viola (SP Crack Repair) made in Markneukirchen in 1922. Paul Knorr a German luthier, a pupil of Max Dolling who established his workshop in Markneukirchen in 1921.

This 15.25" viola was produced by Italian luthier Giovanni Battista Gaibisso in 1950. Giovanni Battista Gaibisso is an Italian Violin, viola, cello, and occasional guitar maker who emigrated to South America and returned to Europe to work for violin-maker François Bovis in France. He established a workshop of his own in 1923 in Alassio and participated in numerous competitions in Italy throughout the twentieth century.

This viola is Kohlert's unique model, which draws inspiration from the Brescian School. The Brescian School is renowned for producing high-quality violas in the 16th and 17th centuries, crafted by famous makers such as Maggini and Gaspar Da Salo. The size of this particular viola measures 16.3 inches (41.4 cm).

Matteo Marsili (b. 1991, Viadana) is a Cremona-trained Italian luthier based in Casalmaggiore, known for crafting violins, violas, and cellos inspired by classical masters and for his contributions to both modern violin making and historical research.

• Studied under Massimo Negroni at Cremona’s International School of Violin Making

• Opened first workshop in Casalmaggiore in 2017 and founded “Bottega di Liuteria” in 2023

• Creates instruments using personal models and custom amber-colored varnish

• Regular exhibitor at major music festivals

• Researches and publishes on lesser-known Italian luthiers, including a book on Gabriele Pareschi

• Registered with the Chamber of Commerce as a violin maker since 2023