C.1923, oval hole Artist model, shaded red ‘mahogany’ finish, carved spruce top & figured maple b/s (fine scroll carving), mahogany neck with truss rod, bound ebony extended fbd with pearl dot inlays, bound top, pearl ‘The Gibson’ in phd, original hardware:‘The Gibson’ tail-piece/tuners/adjustable bridge/pickguard, superb ‘Loar era’ offering with full resonant tone & easy play-ing action, EC, original HC.
