Violin By Johann Gottlob Pfretschner, Markneukirchen C1779. The work of Johann Gottlob Pfretzschner is considered by many to be the finest of the Pfretzschner family. Born in 1753 he was based in Markneukirchen and this example dates from the mid point of his career which ended with his death in 1823.
Mellow in character this violin has a one piece back of maple of a faint medium curl, running horizontally across the back. The ribs, pegbox and scroll are of a similar curl.
The violin has a two piece fine grain pine front.
The varnish is a warm orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Johann Gottlob Pfretzschner
prope Violino car Respontent
Romani cremona 1779
Length of back 360mmWidth upper bout 167mmWidth centre bout 117mmWidth lower bout 206.5mmCondition 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: bass f-hole, upper hole small crack running down, lower hole two cracks running up to edge. Small cracks either side of neck on front. All fully and professionally repaired.
Back: button repair, halving.
Condition excellentA written valuation for insurance purposes of £8,800 is included with this instrument
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