CREMONA Violin – Guarnieri Model
ROMA Cello – Montagnana Model
The “Roma” cello is a bow to greatness.
Montagnana, Venice, Rome: three worlds that speak the same language — the language of beauty that never asks for permission.
Domenico Montagnana crafted instruments that could make the floor tremble; Rome embodies a magnificence that survives the centuries without fading. Luca Zerilli weaves these two universes together in Udine, a city that has long maintained a silent yet tenacious dialogue with Venetian culture.
The result?
An instrument that doesn’t just “play”: it asserts its presence with a warm, deep, noble timbre and an aesthetic that dares anyone to look away.
The “Roma” is designed for cellists seeking a true companion — one capable of returning every emotional nuance, from the most intimate whispers to the most theatrical bursts of sound.
Fotogallery
Technical Specs
Materials & Construction
- Top Plate:
- Italian Alpine spruce, aged for many years at Liuteria Zerilli
- Straight, even grain selected for maximum resonance
- Back and ribs:
- Balkan maple, two-piece
- Deep and narrow flame, with an elegant and refined appearance
- Varnish:
- Modern brown–orange glossy finish
- Naturally enhances the wood’s grain
Sound
- Rich and resonant timbre
- Excellent projection
- Wide dynamic range
- Responds well to both delicate playing and more aggressive attack
- Ideal for professionals seeking tonal completeness and dynamic sensitivity
Setup
Fittings in black wood with boxwood inlays, crafted by Bogaro & Clemente (Italy)
Origin
- Entirely handmade by Luca Zerilli
- Crafted in Italy, in Zerilli’s workshop in Udine
- Each component reflects precision, deep material knowledge, and meticulous craftsmanship
