1940s Gerome Modele Jazz

The Gerome family has been making instruments in Mirecourt, the ancient center of French luthiery, for over a century. First known for their Neapolitan mandolins, the Gerome workshop eventually grew to the point where they were producing nearly 2000 guitars and mandolins a month. Over the decades Gerome instruments gained a reputation for their excellent quality, great tone, and aesthetic beauty. By the 1990s the Gerome brothers had all retired and passed their legacy onto their apprentice, Philippe Moneret.

This wonderful example is the Jazz model that Gerome produced in the 1940s. It features a distinctive bean shaped soundhole, a short 12 fret neck, and a unusually wide lower bout. Other unique features include the original wood pickguard and an arched back.

Hat's off to Gerome for bringing this joyous instrument into the world! There aren't many of these little beanhole guitars left in playable condition, come grab this one while it's still here.

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