Auction: Musical Instruments - 2520BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 10, 2010 12:00PM
Description:
Modern Italian Violoncello, Nicola Utili, Castelbolognese, 1913, bearing the maker's original label, and branded 103 on the upper button, length of back 755 mm, with case and bow.
Estimate $8,000-12,000
Numerous repaired and unrepaired face cracks, Soundpost area of top OK. Repaired crack to back, 1 in. from soundpost placement. Back fracture at upper treble bout.