15 3/4 inch (40cm) viola based on Paolo Maggini
The model used for this viola, which I made in 2003, is an enlargement of a Maggini violin that I measured and photographed. As the original violin is oversized, I felt that it would be interesting to enlarge it to viola size. I picked 15 3/4 inches as a good size for those who don't want too small a viola yet feel that 16 inches or more is a bit too big. I've made this model a number of times now, and its been popular with players with smaller hands.
When I made the viola, I decided to copy the cloverleaf purfling motif on the back of the original violin.
The sound is dark and warm, and the C is particularly strong.
