Violin Mittenwald C.1900. The two piece back of maple of medium-broad curl descending across the back from the joint. The ribs of somewhat less pronounced curl, the pegbox and scroll of plain wood.
The two piece front of pine of medium grain.
The varnish of a red-orange colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Nicolaus Amatus Cremonien
Hieronimy fili Antoni 1673
Length of back 322mmWidth upper bout 148mmWidth centre bout 99mmWidth lower bout 182mmCondition 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 wing crack running up from lower hole, another crack running down from lower hole.
Ribs: Crack running between endbutton on both lower ribs, upper bass rib small crack.A written valuation for insurance purposes of £715 is included with this instrument
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