Modeled on the pattern of the great 16th century Brescian luthier, Gasparo da Salo. Gasparo's violas are considered among the best ever created, preferred by many to even Stradivari's, because of their dark, penetrating tone. With great projection and power, the Wang Gasparo viola is also surprisingly agile and responsive. Purfling is doubled around the edges, with decorative flair on the back, typical of the early Baroque style. 15", 15 1/2", 16", and 16 1/2" sizes.