1914

Description of a Levin Parlor Guitar (1914) This charming 1914 Levin parlor guitar carries more than a century of music in its wood. Built during the golden age of Scandinavian craftsmanship, it has the unmistakable character, voice, and visual elegance that make early Levin instruments so sought after today. Despite its age, the guitar plays surprisingly well — responsive, warm, and balanced, with that intimate parlor tone perfect for fingerstyle, folk, blues, or quiet songwriting sessions. Over the years, the instrument has received multiple repairs, as you’d expect from a guitar that has been played and loved for more than 110 years. These repairs give it a lived-in authenticity and ensure it remains structurally stable and fully playable. It’s not a museum piece; it’s a survivor — cared for, restored, and kept alive through thoughtful work and good hands. Cosmetically, it shows honest wear, small scars, and patina from a long musical life. Structurally, it holds up well, with repairs that reflect its history rather than hide it. This is a guitar with stories in every scratch, yet with plenty of songs still left to give. A rare early-20th-century Levin that combines vintage charm, modern playability, and a rich, intimate voice — perfect for the player who values character over perfection.