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Caspar da Salo model Violin by C. F. Schuster & Sohn C. 1900 (G32)
$4,950.00
A fine example of the Caspar da Salo Violin, made by C.F. Schuster & Sohn around 1900, as indicated on its label. This violin is known for its distinctive purfling design. Gasparo da Salò, also known as Gaspar Bertolotti, was one of the earliest luthiers and an expert double bass player, with around 80 surviving instruments.
Caspar da Salo model Violin by C. F. Schuster & Sohn C. 1900
Gasparo da Salò, also known as Gaspar Bertolotti (20 May 1542 – 14 April 1609), was one of the earliest luthiers and an expert double bass player. About 80 of his instruments, including violins (large and small), violas (tenors and altos), violones, violas, and double basses, have survived to the present day. His violas were designed to have only a pair of corners, etc.
