Violin By Leon Bernardel Paris 1934. Lob 356mm Born in Paris in 1853 Leon Bernardel was the son and pupil of Ernest Auguste and later worked with both Derazey and Gand. He opened his own establishment in 1899. Renowned for attention to detail and skilled workmanship, he created some very fine toned instruments which were extensively used by French players.
This example is a workshop piece and is of excellent quality.
It has a two piece back of maple with a medium-broad curl descending across the back from the joint. The ribs, pegbox and scroll are of a similar curl.
The front is two piece and of medium grain pine.
The varnish of an orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
LEON BERNARDEL
Luthier
40 bis Faub.g Poissoniere
7213 Annee 1934 Paris
Length of back 365.5mmWidth upper bout 163mmWidth 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. Excellent original conditionA written valuation for insurance purposes of £3,850 is included with this instrument
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