Violin Hugues Emile Blondelet, Mirecourt, C.1922. Lob 360mm. Hugues Emile Blondelet was born in 1875 and died in 1928. He joined Thibouville-Lamy in Mirecourt in 1890 at the age of 15, where his work rapidly became known for its excellent quality. The vast majority of Blondelet's work was based on either the Amati or Stradivarius pattern and his instruments are described as having considerable sonority.
This model dates from around 1922. It is based on the Stradivarius model and is an excellent example of his work.
The violin has a two piece maple back of a medium curl, ascending across the back from the joint, the ribs pegbox and scroll are of a similar wood.
The two piece front of pine is of medium-fine grain in the centre becoming broader towards the flanks.
The varnish is of a dark red-orange colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
H.EMILE BLONDELET
LUTHIER a PARIS
No 279 ANNEE 1921
Also branded on the back below the button
H EMILE BLONDELET
Length of back 359mmWidth upper bout 165.5mmWidth centre bout 112mmWidth lower bout 203mmCondition 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. Few scratches to varnish consistent with age and use.
Condition excellent.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £3,850 is included with this instrument
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