July Gallery Auction
Lot 28918:
Description
An Alvarez Artist Electric Violin, likely model V303, dated June 12, 1985 on the internal label. This instrument features a traditional acoustic body construction with a spruce top and maple back and sides, finished in a warm amber and reddish sunburst. The fittings consist of an ebony fingerboard, pegs, and chin rest, as well as a black metal tailpiece equipped with four fine tuners. This model is designed for amplified use, featuring an integrated pickup system with a single volume control knob mounted on the lower treble bout and an output jack on the lower rib. The interior paper label features a stylized central A logo and reads Alvarez Artist Electric Violin. The outfit includes a wooden bow with a stick stamped MADE IN KOREA. It is accompanied by a black hardshell case with a green plush-lined interior, a 1/4 inch instrument cable with a right-angle plug, a block of Paganini violin rosin, a black practice mute, and a Lewis Gold Label string packet. Pickup is Friday, July 31, from Noon to 7 pm at our facility in Lancaster, OH. Alternate pickup day is available by appointment for a $5 fee per lot or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. If shipping – once packed up we will send you a separate invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: [email protected]. Sales tax collected on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. If not shipping – pickup in 10 days or we will dispose and you will not receive a refund. AB342
Condition report:
The violin body is in good cosmetic condition with minor surface scratches and light wear to the finish consistent with age. The bridge is set and upright. The electronics have not been tested for functionality. The bow hair is in poor condition, being loose and tangled, and will require professional rehairing or replacement. The case shows minor external scuffing.
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