Antique 1896 Chas E. Farley 4/4 Full Size Violin w/ Accessories (Parts & Repair)

Description

Title:
Antique 1896 Chas E. Farley 4/4 Full Size Violin w/ Accessories (Parts & Repair)
Item Attributes
Brand
: Chas. E. Farley
Type
: Acoustic
Size
: 4/4
Exact Year
: 1896
Country/Region of Manufacture
: United States
UPC
: n/a
Serial Number
: 157
CONDITION:
For parts or not working
PLEASE NOTE: There appears to be a previously repaired area of the instrument on the back of the body near the heel, where the neck meet the body of the instrument. There are also two (2) indented areas on the back of the body of the instrument near the metal bar for the chin rest. There are several areas on the sides/bouts of the instrument where the seams are drying out and beginning to separate, especially on the lower bout around the button area. There are two (2) different styles of large tuning pegs on the scroll area. Lastly, there are various cosmetic issues with the instrument such as: scuffs, scratches, and chips in the wood and finish. Please see all of the included pictures for more details overall.
The back of the body of the instrument measures 13 5/8 inches long, and the full length of the instrument measures 23 3/4 inches long.
The instrument comes with a hard-sided case and two (2) bows (one bow is unmarked, but the other bow has the name 'Voirin' marked on the stick above the frog).
The interior label reads 'Chas. E. Farley, New Boston, N.H., No. 157, 1896.' The name possibly refers to luthier Charles Emery Farley, but cannot be confirmed as true and factual at this time.
The item is being listed for parts and repair and is being sold in AS IS condition.
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WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS:
Weight:
5.00
Shipping Weight:
27.00
Dimensions:
31.00 x 10.00 x 5.00