One-of-a-kind, ≈120 y/o French master cello with Jean-Jacques RAMPAL Certificate of Authenticity

Rare, powerful cello made by Mirecourt-born/-based Paul Alexandre MANGENOT (1862–1942) ca. 1900, featuring intricate ornamental double-purfling on the back and a carved «dragon head».
One of only few known authentic French cellos in good order that combine French violin making craftsmanship with antique decorative styling traditions introduced with viola da gambas.
Made of premium maple and evenly grown alpine spruce, stored for decades before processing.

Tonally, this robust, versatile cello with a wide waist and lower bout offers sonority, volume and depth – boasting formidable carrying capacity in all scales –, responding easily with smooth, even clarity across all strings.
Ideal for a demanding cellist or collector looking for a tactful, ardent, eye-catching work of art.

Measurements (mm; l=length):
■ body l: 761
■ bouts width: 343, 250, 448
■ string l: 692
■ ƒ-stop l: 402
■ neck l: 279

Ready to play (refurbished in 2021).
Viewing/testing TBA.
More info/pics AUR.

Certification: Authenticity Certificate, issued on 9/20/2021 by Jean-Jacques RAMPAL, the Paris-based, globally recognised leading authentication expert on old French string instruments, and successor of Et. Vatelot.