Instrument Type: Cello
Bow Type: —
Year: 2008
Price: Sold
Maker: Eric Benning
Description: This is a fantastic Eric Benning cello completed in 2008 which has come up for sale at our sister store in Chicago, Carl Becker & Son. Beautiful Bosnian maple which has been in our family for over 3 generations; the top of Italian Spruce is from the 1920’s. The Stradivarius model comes from Carl Becker of Chicago, Eric’s Great-Uncle. The varnish is a vivid orange-brown over a golden ground. This cello has a deep, rich tone on the bottom strings and a penetrating, soloist top end. Suitable for the finest soloists and those who are aspiring. This cello is available for trial in Chicago at the studio of Carl Becker & Son.
