Violin Dresden, Germany C.1880. Labelled Stradivarius The one piece back of maple cut on the three quarte slab of faint medium-broad curl slightly descending across the back from the treble down towards the bass. The ribs, pegbox and scroll of similar curl.
The two piece front of pine of broad grain.
The varnish of an orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Copy of Antonius Stradivarius
Fecit Dresdae. Anno 18
Especially made for
Length of back 356.5mmWidth upper bout 164mmWidth centre bout 110mmWidth 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: Bass f-hole small crack running down from the lower hole.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £550 is included with this instrument
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