An Italian mandolin with rosewood back, the head with bone tuning keys, with paper label printed 'Torielli Galliano, Napoli', 58cm, cased
Sold for £90
Estimated at £50 - £80
An Italian mandolin with rosewood back, the head with bone tuning keys, with paper label printed 'Torielli Galliano, Napoli', 58cm, cased
Varnish worn in areas. One or two fine splits – one above strings to body. The others at extreme base of body. Veneer lifting slightly above and below bridge. A few nicks and scratches.
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Auction: Art & Music, 8th Mar, 2023