Cabasse - Bernard c. 1813

The guitar makers family

Probably Léopold Maurice CABASSE 1793-1854 & 1813 Marie Caroline BERNARD 1795-1884

Description

Stamped on the inside: "CABASSE BERNARD MIRECOURT".

Back from one piece of wood. (uncertain species)
Maple ribs edged with blackwood filet.

Purfling and rosette of ivory/ebony lines with mother of pearl.

Bridge plated with mother of pearl and edged with beautiful ebony floral decoration.

Ebony plated neck and headstock

Condition

One crack in the soundboard and some cracks on the back, all competently repaired.

Restored bridge.

Inscription on the inside but no date.