Labeled, "David Burgess Ann Arbor 1980."
LOB: 42.0 cm
This viola dates from David Burgess’s early years in Ann Arbor. Burgess is widely recognized as one of the leading figures in American violin making, with instruments represented in major professional and private collections. His work is known for its clarity of conception, strong structural foundation, and consistent workmanship. Examples such as this illustrate the foundations of a career that would contribute significantly to contemporary American making.
- Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Feb 16 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1964 and 1961, respectively.
Ending on Mar 5 at
11:48 AM New York / 4:48 PM London / 5:48 PM Berlin
Estimate:
$15,000–22,000
Bidding opens Feb 24, 2026 11:00 AM EST
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