7-string French bass viol

This seven-string French bass viol is based on an original 17th century model by Michel Colichon, who was probably the first French luthier to add a 7th string, which helped give the French viol its characteristic resonance and influenced the music of that period. The scroll of this viol has been carved with a detailed head of a woman, while the fingerboard and tailpiece are decorated with inlaid ivory. 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