Description
Crafted in Glasgow in 1893 by Alexander Smillie, this viola offers a refined playing experience with warmth, clarity, and impressive projection. This viola delivers a resonant, full-bodied sound that responds with ease. Its rich tonal depth and excellent playability make it a rewarding instrument for advanced students and professional players.
Crafted in Glasgow in 1893 by Alexander Smillie, this viola offers a refined playing experience with warmth, clarity, and impressive projection. This viola features a striking one-piece maple back with tight curl, while the red-brown varnish with some crazing present adds character and history to the instrument. Fitted with ebony fittings and rosewood pegs, this viola delivers a resonant, full-bodied sound that responds with ease. Its rich tonal depth and excellent playability make it a rewarding instrument for advanced students and professional players.
About the Maker:
Alexander Smillie (1847–1923) was a skilled Scottish violin maker based in Glasgow. Over his career, he crafted around 300 violins, violas, and cellos, inspired by classical Italian models such as Stradivari and Guarneri. Smillie began his work from a workshop in Crosshill before relocating to St George’s Road. His instruments are known for their solid craftsmanship, rich oil varnish, and warm, balanced tone
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