1980 Viola D’amore

1980 Viola D’amore

Built in 1980 by Larson Violins (Austin, TX)

Based on a 1772 design by Jean Nicolas Lambert (on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London)

Single owner

Made of typical woods, likely spruce and maple

7×7 strings

Sounds good tuned to 415 as well

Hand carved neck and head, figure of blindfolded Cupid (because Love is Blind)

Handmade display case of birch and (possibly) cherry, made about the same time, needs a little repair

Travel case available (modified viola case)

Considerable sheet music library available as well.