Venus

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This four-string double bass 5/8 with removable neck has its back and ribs made with black American walnut. The top table is made of Engleman spruce. The Venus head inspired by the Birth of Venus (Botticelli) is carved into flamed maple.

Description

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  • The low-relief button represents the shellfish which carries Venus near the shore.
  • The tuning pegs
  • Pernambouco tailpiece has an aquatic animal form.
  • Lower saddle has also shellfish form.
  • Peg box is drawn with the same movement of Venus' body and hairs are of blond venitian.

Symbolism which is attached at Venus: Botticelli has painted Venus who arrived on earth and brought love to the world. She represents love and feminine beauty.

Photograph: Les productions CAD Image