Handcrafted Baroque with Ornate Inlay - Musical Instrument

Condition: Used

Description
This is a beautifully crafted wooden baroque featuring traditional construction and ornamental design elements. The instrument showcases fine woodworking with a natural timber body displaying warm honey and rich brown tones throughout the soundboard and back panels.

Key Features
Body construction: Solid wood with contrasting timber centre stripe running the length of the back panel
Soundboard: Natural finish with decorative inlay work featuring geometric and scrollwork patterns in darker wood
Decorative elements: Ornate brass or metal inlay work around the sound hole and upper body sections, including Celtic-inspired spiral motifs and floral designs
Neck: Wooden construction with fretted fingerboard displaying multiple course positions
Strings: Multi-course setup with visible string routing and traditional tuning pegs
Finish: Natural wood oil or wax finish, showing patina consistent with age and use

Construction Details
The baroque features traditional pear-shaped body design typical of Renaissance or medieval lute construction. The soundboard displays multiple decorative inlay patterns with brass or metalwork accents. The neck extends with a traditional scroll headstock fitted with wooden tuning pegs. Multiple courses of strings are visible with period-appropriate routing.

Condition Notes
This is a used instrument showing signs of age and handling. The wood displays natural colour variation and patina. Minor surface marks and wear are consistent with a played instrument. The decorative inlay work remains intact and clearly visible. All structural elements appear sound. The instrument is presented in a fitted hard case with protective foam interior and blue fabric lining.

Included
Hard carrying case with protective foam padding and interior storage compartments

Sold as Described
This lute is offered as a functional musical instrument or display piece. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect prior to bidding. No warranty is provided.

Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia

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