German Viola or Violotta, Attributed to Alfred Stelzner, c. 1900

Description:

German Viola or Violotta, Attributed to Alfred Stelzner, c. 1900, unlabeled, length of back 421 mm, with case and two bows.
Estimate $800-1,200

Repaired top crack to bass side of lower bout. Neck cracks. Minor rib crack to treble side of lower bout. Vibrating string length approximately 393 mm. Rib height approximately 38 mm.


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