Salvador Ibáñez - Classical Guitar - - Klassische Gitarre - Spanien - 1900

Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar – A Promising Restoration Project with Historic Value

Some guitars are ready to be played – others are waiting to be brought back to life. This Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar is exactly that: a fascinating restoration project with significant historical and musical potential.

Built around 1900, this Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar comes from one of the most important Spanish guitar-making traditions. Instruments from this era are highly regarded for their craftsmanship, choice of materials and their connection to the development of the modern classical guitar. Well-preserved examples are known to reach values of €3000–4000, making this guitar an especially interesting opportunity for restoration specialists and collectors.

The Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar features a spruce top paired with fine rosewood back and sides – a classic tonewood combination known for its warmth, clarity and depth. With a scale length of 648 mm and a nut width of 52 mm, it follows traditional Spanish proportions and promises excellent playability once properly restored.

At present, the Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar is not playable and requires extensive restoration work. No detailed technical assessment of the required repairs has been carried out, and we kindly refer to the photos for a full understanding of its current condition. This instrument is therefore offered strictly as a restoration object.

Despite its current state, the Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar clearly shows the qualities of a finely built instrument. With the right expertise and care, it has the potential to be transformed into a highly rewarding vintage guitar, both musically and in terms of value.

Please note: This Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar is sold as-is, without warranty or return option, as part of a restoration sale.

For luthiers, collectors and enthusiasts looking for a meaningful and potentially valuable project, the Salvador Ibanez c.1900 Classical Guitar represents a rare chance to revive a piece of guitar history.