Mandolin 1770

"Mandolin" is a 1770 musical instrument crafted by Giovanni Battista Bizaro. This mandolin, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, features a pear-shaped body with a delicate, intricate rosette design. The instrument showcases a combination of wood and ivory, with the ivory used to adorn the neck and the tuning pegs. The mandolin's design is characterized by its elegant, almost delicate structure, embodying the craftsmanship and refinement of the 18th century.