Lot 314 , An early 20th century French viola labelled and branded Gustave Villaume, dated 1927, length of back 16.1/8inches (signed inside)

An early 20th century French viola labelled and branded Gustave Villaume, dated 1927, length of back 16.1/8inches ( signed inside)
£500-800

Condition:
Numerous small light scratches throughout; top edges of lower and upper bout with excessive rubs; chin-rest varnish worn; tuners have gold tips. Printed and dated label attached at interior; indistinct impressed mark close to nose at rear. Back 41cm. Ordinary vinyl-covered case worn, bruised and torn in places.

Sold for £700