Single-stringed Fiddle With Removable Bearded Head - Musical Instrument

Monochord Viola with Bearded Head Antique monochord with removable bearded head in its personalized caseUnique piece probably dating from the 19th century, improbable piece and nevertheless made with great care both for the instrument and for its case.The head of the instrument is removable and represents an old man's head very similar to the model of the violin of Gaspard Duiffoprugcar taken up by luthiers such as Derazey, Le Cavellé or more recently Jérome Thibouville Lamy.The body of the instrument, a precursor of modern cigar boxes, is lacquered red and lined with green parchment.This case measures: 20 x 11 x 9 cm in height.The length of the vibrating string is approximately 50 cm.The melodic playing is done on a metal string adjustable by a wooden peg.The overall dimension of this extremely rare instrument is: 90 cmThis monochord Viola with Bearded Head has an original case built to its dimensions.