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OLD ITALIAN VIOLA
Very large size. Made by Gennarius Gagliano, with his label. Exceptionally fine tone. Yellow varnish. In good condition. Gennarius Gugliano was the best master of the Gagliano family.
This violin was one of two specially made to order for the Prince of Filancieri. They are known as Gennarius Gugliano's masterpieces. The sister instrument may be seen in the Filancieri Museum in Naples.