Italian Violin Labelled Ferdinandus Gagliano 1760 The two piece back of maple cut on the slab of medium curl running horizontally across the back from the joint. The ribs, pegbox and scroll of similar curl.
The two piece front of pine of medium grain.
The varnish of a rich orange-brown colour on a yellow ground.
Labelled on the inner back. Label Reads:
Ferdinandus Gagliano Filius
Nicolai fecit Neap 1760
Length of back 355.5mmWidth upper bout 168.5mmWidth centre bout 115mmWidth lower bout 205.5mmCondition 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: treble f-hole lower hole wing crack running up from hole towards edge.
Ribs: small fracture on lower treble rib near to saddle.
Condition good.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £13,200 is included with this instrument
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