German Shop bass circo 1900?

[John Romey]

Hello:

I have another old German bass I'm currently getting restored and plan on using it as a period instrument. It was advertised as a 19th century German bass but I don't think that is the case. I was also told it was probably 1900's or maybe 1910's era. In any case it sounds great minus the cracks and I'm hoping it ends up being a fantastic instrument. It has two repair tags inside from Chicago - one in the 30's and one in the 70's. I should have it back post restoration in a few weeks but for now I can't take any extra photos than what I have. It was purchased 20 years ago from a university professor in Chicago. It has been sitting unplayed in Philly for the last 20 years!

I'd appreciate any thoughts though in regards to age of the instrument.

Unfortunately I have been trying to upload photos to the site for some time now and can't get it to work. Not really sure why, so I"ll post links below to some images......

Thanks in advance!

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