A very fine certified Italian violan by Carletti, 1941 Start Price USD 60,000.00 Current Price USD 60,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, October 25, 2008 End Time Monday, November 24, 2008 Location VIRGINIA See more about 'A very fine certified Italian violan by Carletti, 1941' Description Payment | Shipping A very fine certified Italian violan by Carletti, 1941 Click to View Image Album Click to View Image Album Click to View Image Album Click to View Image Album Click to View Image Album Click to View Image Album A very fine certified Italian viola made by Natale Carletti in 1940 in Pieve di Cento, Italy. Born in 1904, Natale was a pupil of his father Carlo Carletti. Natale was also an accomplished cellist. In 1941 Natale Carletti (when his father passed away) took over the father's shop. In 1949 he won a gold medal at Cremona competition.  This wonderful viola is labeled with Carlo Carletti original label signed by Natale, also it is signed and dated inside on the table. It was definitely made with Carlo Carletti influence. The model and varnish, scroll and many other details are so close to the father's work. The arching is excellent.  It is in very fine condition. It is a very powerful solo instrument with a sound of remarkable quality. The length over the back is 42.0 cm. Please read certificate of authenticity and bid with confidence; we have sold certified French bows and Italian instruments to numerous satisfied collectors, dealers, players and soloists from worldwide. Bank wire transfer will be accepted within 5 days after auction completed. Buyer pays shipping $85 USA s/h via DHL plus actual insurance cost, International buyer pays $145 s/h via USPS express air mail plus actual insurance cost (if available for the specific country) . Thank you and good luck!Use this space to type a message that will automatically be added to all your item listings. Payment Back to Top I accept the following forms of payment: Money Order Shipping & Handling Back to Top $40.00 DHL Ground     FREE scheduling, supersized images and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager.Make your listings stand out withFREE Vendio custom templates!  FREE scheduling, supersized images and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager. Place a Bid!