STA750 - Scott Cao Da Salo Viola Description Based on a violin made in 1580 by Gasparo Da Salo, who is regarded as the father of the modern violin. Hand-carved from European tone-woods. Each instrument is made by an individual maker in the Scott Cao workshop. Spruce top of medium grain. Double purfling. two piece slab cut maple back. Double purfling with artistic inlaid design. Ribs and scroll plain. Antiqued in the style of the original violin and finished in an oil varnish of a golden brown color on a golden ground. Ebony fingerboard, pegs, tailpiece and endbutton Dominant strings String adjuster on the A string Aubert Mirecourt bridge Guarneri ebony chinrest Inclueds Arrow shaped case, Brazilwood octagon bow Product Review The "Da Salo" model is deeply rooted in the Brescian tradition. It features a beautiful antique finish and double purfling accompanied by a unique inlaid ornamentation on the back. Old-world elegance in both design and execution are accentuated by a warm, well-balanced tone. Made in the Guangzhou China workshop.