Baroque Violin Hopf School C.1770 The one piece back of maple of medium-fine curl running horizontally across the back from the joint. The ribs of similar curl, the pegbox and scroll of plain wood.
The two piece front of pine of medium-fine grain.
The varnish of a warm orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Unlabelled
Length of back 359mmWidth upper bout 166.5mmWidth centre bout 116mmWidth lower bout 212mmCondition ReportPlease note that the condition report lists all repairs that have been historically undertaken. The instrument is, however, offered in a fully restored condition and has been fully and professionally setup in our workshops. Any repairs have either been conducted by ourselves or fully inspected and the quality of the repair verified by our workshop. No further repairs are required. Details listed in this condition report are for information purposes only. Excellent original condition.
Original neck, bass bar and saddle.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £2,750 is included with this instrument
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