English Chamber Bass, ‘The Trout’ by Thomas Kennedy

Description

Product reference : 2121500258772 or 4006/S

English Chamber Bass ‘The Trout’ By Thomas Kennedy, London C1835, Labelled “Thos Kennedy, maker, 36a, Oxford Street, London”.

This is a unique instrument made by Thomas Kennedy, probably as a commission for a wealthy amateur player for chamber music.

It is known as “The Trout” after the Schubert Quintet for which it was used.

Violin outline, swell back