Violin By Richard Duke London C.1779. Richard Duke worked in London between 1750 and 1780 and is generally regarded as one of the finest English makers. His work was later much imitated and many copies of his work were made after his demise. Duke generally made violins according to the Stainer pattern around 1752, later moving on to utilise the Amati pattern and made only a few examples using the long stradivarius model which are now very scarce - one example of which has been detailed in The Strad.
Distinguishable by the high standard of workmanship, genuine Dukes are highly regarded and sought after.
The violin offered here is the rare Long Stradivarius Model.
The instrument has a one piece back of maple with a medium curl running from the bass down towards the treble across the back. The ribs are of a similar curl, pegbox and scroll of plain wood.
The two piece front of pine of medium grain broadening towards the flanks.
The distinctive varnish is a rich orange-red colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Branded on the back below the button
DUKE LONDON
Length of back 363mmWidth upper bout 158.5mmWidth centre bout 107mmWidth lower bout 200mmCondition 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. Front: Excellently repaired soundpost crack on front.
Back: small crack lower back bottom edge.
Pegbox: Cheeks to edges.
Condition good.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £13,750 is included with this instrument
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