Gibson F-2, c.1914, oval hole Artist model, carved & bound ‘ebony’ (black) varnished spruce top with fancy rosette, unbound birch back/sides & 3 piece mahogany neck have lacquer refinish, bound ebony extended fbd with pearl dots, ebonised phd overlay with pearl ‘The Gibson’ inlay, phd abalone ‘flowerpot’ inlay & binding are later additions, nickel pltd hardware, ‘Handel’ tuners with inlaid buttons, ‘The Gibson’ stamped tailpiece, replacement solid ebony bridge, missing pickguard, no cracks or other repair work, a rare & handsome classic with low action and powerful Gibson tone and projection, VGC, original hard case.
