{"product_id":"larson-brothers-parlour-guitar-usa-c-1920","title":"Larson Brothers Parlour Guitar - USA c. 1920","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is a circa 1920 Larson Brothers steel-string acoustic, an exceptional and historically significant example from the golden era of American guitar making. Built in Chicago by the legendary Larson Brothers, these instruments are highly regarded for their innovative construction, light build philosophy, and distinctive tonal character that continues to inspire collectors and players alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has been authenticated by David Keene of Vintage American Guitar, with supporting research referencing Robert Carl Hartman, grandson of Carl Larson and author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Larsons’ Creations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The guitar displays all the hallmarks of Larson construction and is consistent with known instruments produced for L.H. Leland and H.F. Meyers, likely originating as a special-order build.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features a spruce top paired with highly figured Brazilian rosewood back and sides, producing a powerful, resonant voice with deep, open low end, rich and complex mids, and clear, singing trebles. The lightweight, efficiently braced construction gives it an immediate and responsive feel, with impressive volume and tonal projection for its size and age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe V-profile neck retains a comfortable vintage feel with a fast, lively response that enhances the guitar’s natural resonance and dynamic sensitivity. It remains highly playable, with a balanced, open character that reflects the craftsmanship of its era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs expected for an instrument of this age, it shows honest wear and historical repairs, including an approximately 18cm stable crack on the back, along with three smaller repaired cracks near the lower bout. All remain secure with no active movement, and the guitar is structurally sound overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its age, it remains remarkably responsive and musical, delivering the kind of complex, organic tone that has made Larson instruments so highly prized. It comes housed in a recent hard shell case for protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e: Circa 1920\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e: Larson Brothers Special Order (unmarked)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dreadnought-style acoustic, spruce top, Brazilian rosewood back \u0026amp; sides\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck\u003c\/strong\u003e: V-profile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ebony \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25.5\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e: Recent hard shell case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reemes Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53839178694975,"sku":"RMC-MUS-G31883298","price":4247.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/7535\/9039\/files\/25208-1.webp?v=1782095116","url":"https:\/\/www.reemesmusic.com\/products\/larson-brothers-parlour-guitar-usa-c-1920","provider":"Reemes Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}