Description:

This instrument has an even, mellow, slightly bright sound.

It bears a printed label that reads:

Donald McKinley Los Angeles

California Faciebat Anno 1981

The back is formed from two pieces of quarter-cut maple, marked by medium-narrow-width flame that slants downward from the center joint. The wood of the ribs and scroll is similar to that of the back. The two-piece spruce top has straight, medium-narrow, even grain.

The instrument is covered with a warm golden orange varnish over a light gold ground. The violin is in excellent condition.

Measurements:

                                    Length                         35.4 cm

                                    Upper Bouts                16.6 cm

                                    Middle Bouts               10.9 cm

                                    Lower Bouts                20.4 cm

V:3

B:3

Sweet, even, mellow, medium bright.