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Viola No 36 by Yngve Akesson, Sweden

This nordic viola is a unique, large instrument, that was built in 1983 by the Swedish violin maker Yngve Åkesson, Helsingborg. Its unconventional shape lends the instrument eye-catching individuality as it is rare to find. Even if some might find it a little bold, the viola is not heavier than other instruments of its size - and features a surprisingly beautiful, light and well-balanced...

This nordic viola is a unique, large instrument, that was built in 1983 by the Swedish violin maker Yngve Åkesson, Helsingborg. Its unconventional shape lends the instrument eye-catching individuality as it is rare to find. Even if some might find it a little bold, the viola is not heavier than other instruments of its size - and features a surprisingly beautiful, light and well-balanced sound. We offer this highly interesting instrument with an original, hand-written and numbered label, in undamaged condition, looked over and made ready to play by our luthier.

Inventory no.
2327
Maker
Yngve Åkesson
Provenance
Helsingborg
Year
1983
Tone
bright, large
Length of back
41.2 cm
Yngve Akesson, viola 1983 - top
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