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Erwin Hertel 1960 Master Grade 4/4 Cello
Comes with lightweight carbon case.
Add'l Sound Byte - Elegie
SOLD!!
$28,000.00
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- Body Length - 30"
- Upper Bout Width - 13 1/2"
- C-Bout Width - 9"
- Lower Bout Width - 17 3/4"
- String Length - 27 3/8"
This masterfully crafted Hertel cello combines warmth and brilliance with remarkable versatility. The voice is clear and resonant across all registers, with an upper register that moves seamlessly from commanding projection to delicate softness. The lower register provides a rich, substantial foundation that can be shaped from robust to wonderfully mellow. Professional soloists will appreciate its extraordinary range of colors and its distinctive character that balances strength with refinement. The instrument's outstanding responsiveness allows skilled players to explore the full spectrum of dynamic and tonal possibilities.
Crafted by the distinguished German-American maker Erwin Hertel (1911-1985), this cello reflects his skillful integration of European training and American craftsmanship. After studying at the renowned Mittenwald school, Hertel brought his expertise to the United States in 1933, where he worked alongside luminaries like Simone Sacconi at Emil Herrmann's New York workshop. This instrument, built during his independent period after 1952, displays his signature red spirit-based varnish. The result is an instrument of superb quality that speaks to Hertel's significant contribution to 20th-century American lutherie.
Special thanks for Jakub Omsky for the video recordings. (scroll through the images to find the videos.)
Price includes a lightweight case.
Setup:
- French style bridge by Linda West
- Kevin Kuo Carbon Fiber Tailpiece
- Ebony Geared Pegs
- 10mm Linda's OPin Endpin
- Spirocore/Larsen strings
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