Antique Early 1900s Italian Mandolin

Antique early 1900’s Italian Mandolin

This beautiful instrument was built by the master luthiers of G. Puglisi Reale & Figli in Catania – Italy.
It is a perfect example of old school craftmanship and features some unique characteristics like several types of wood and pearl details that were worked into its neck!
It also features a turtle shell pickguard, bone tuners and insect like logo on the body.

After some love this unique instrument might still get playable again but it would also fit perfectly as an unique decor piece into your lodge or cabin!

After 120 years the mandolin remains in used condition.
Due to time and use it shows signs of wear.
The piece has been generally cleaned and treated with antique wax.
The bridge has been replaces as sadly the original one was missing.
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the banjo in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.

Measurements:
length: 61 cm
width: 21 cm
Depth: 38 cm