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No. 019 / Early guitars

Romantic guitar, Paris

Unknown maker, Paris, c. 1840

4.5 / 2 reviews

Price on request Original period instrument

A small-bodied Parisian guitar of the 1840s with its original mother-of-pearl inlays and ebony fingerboard.

Specification

Maker
Unknown maker
Origin
Paris
Date
c. 1840
Top
Spruce
Back & sides
Rosewood veneer on maple
Scale length
630 mm
Stringing
6 single strings
Condition
Original period instrument
Ref.
EFMA-0019

Condition and workshop notes

Fully restored, with minor replacement of edge binding. Original machine heads. Plays well at modern pitch.

Buying from us

Instruments are shipped in a fitted case, fully insured, with a written condition report. You may return any instrument within 30 days. Viewings at the workshop can be arranged by appointment.

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Total for selection

US$320 + price on request

Reviews

4.5 / 2 reviews
★★★★☆
“A fine instrument. Shipping to Peru took longer than expected, but it arrived safely.”
Joaquín P., Lima /
★★★★★
“They answered every question about the restoration before I bought. Highly recommended.”
Claire D., Lyon /

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