E. De Cristofaro - - Mandolin - Italy - 1860

Antique collectible from Naples
Antique eight-string belly mandolin in noble woods—spruce, walnut/parquet or mahogany, or similar? Colorfully set with veneer around the sound hole, back with a barrel-shaped form without cracks, condition of front and back used and good—see the photos, they are part of the auction. Signs of age and use present. Inscription on the top plate—see the photos; visible in the photos. Old strings are on it and should be renewed. Deep, playable string height. Country of origin: Italy, Venice/Naples. Interior inscription with manufacturer E. De Christofaro Napoli Marca Depositata. Dating to the 19th century, around 1860. Size: about 63 cm long, about 21 cm wide, about 17 cm high with strings. Total weight about 1500 g.
Accessories: 2 strike plates; I include the case for free; the lid is loose.

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