~ A GOOD CONTEMPORARY VIOLA ~ * PROFESSIONAL LEVEL * Start Price USD 2,900.00 Current Price USD 2,900.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 3,500.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, July 03, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 08, 2008 Location Auckland, North Island See more about '~ A GOOD CONTEMPORARY VIOLA ~' Description My wife was performing on this viola when we met about 6 years ago here......and heads were turning too.Mind you,she is a fabulous violinist/violist.As we are relocating,she has decided to sell this viola also.If you are looking for a big named French or Italian master viola,then you would be best advised to look elsewhere.At the time,this viola cost 'an arm and a leg'.....by Siberian standards that is.It is a professional level full size viola and has been used in professional solo,chamber music and orchestral work-and her regular instrument in a top professional orchestra touring Europe fulltime over 12 years.It is in top playing shape and is by the maker Y.Kurkchianz made in 1980.It is modelled on an Italian master viola.It comes with the certificate as seen in the photos,and will be delivered in a used but solid/good condition GEWA case.L.O.B. approx.39.5cm.No cracks,chips or issues.The bow is a professional level contemporary bow,unbranded and made of pernambuco.Weight approx 68.5grams.READY TO PLAY...     *More photos and information available on request.BUY IT NOW will include EXPRESS shipping anywhere in the world(door to door delivery c.2-4 days.)  A custom made box will be additional if required for added security.Please note that secure first class shipping from here is expensive,and I do not wish to take any risks with valuable instruments when shipping internationally.Depending on buyer requirements, insurance may be additional. Place a Bid!