7-string French bass viol

This seven-string viol is based on an original 17th century model by Guillaume Barbey. The scroll of the viol has been carved with a detailed head of a woman, while the fingerboard and tailpiece are painted with gilt monograms in a design borrowed from an anonymous 17th century viol. Through constant study and exploration of medieval instruments and the needs of contemporary musicians, Judith works to refine the connection between them.

Wood, Violin

Crafted by

Judith Kraft