Violin By Jean Baptiste Colin, Mirecourt 1894. Jean Baptiste Colin worked in Mirecourt although his work is sometimes inscribed as being from Paris. His violins have been described as having a strong tone and are modelled after Collin-Mézin.
This example is typical of his work and has a two piece maple back of a strong medium curl descending across the back from the joint. The ribs, pegbox and scroll are of a somewhat finer curl.
The violin has a two piece front of pine of a medium grain in the centre broadening towards the flanks.
The varnish is a warm orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Lutherie Artistique
Jean-Baptiste COLIN annee 1894
No2 (JB-C) in circle on label
Length of back 359mmWidth upper bout 170mmWidth centre bout 116mmWidth lower bout 210mmCondition 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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