Georg Tiefenbrunner 15.3" Viola Mittenwald, Germany c 1890
$5,500.00
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.
Georg Tiefenbrunner 15.3" Viola Mittenwald, Germany c 1890
Georg Tiefenbrunner was a violin maker and luthier who worked in Bavaria making beautiful instruments in the late 1800s. His impressive artisanal abilities are clearly evident in the delicate purfling which extends far into the corners and runs close along the edges of the instrument; they can also be seen in the careful carving of the expressive scroll. A native of the Mittenwald region, 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.
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This viola is sold on consignment. It was purchased and used by a member of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra as a second viola or backup viola. It was purchased in Northern Europe for twice the advertised price. Still, the $3300 is further negotiable. The country of origin is unknown. The label points to a maker who worked 100 years ago, but the viola is not so old. The sound quality is fine.
