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A catalogue of the Lyon & Healy collection of rare old violins, violas, viloncellos, bows of rare makes, 1929
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1OLD VIOLINS AT $275 TO $500
3The fine Old Violins we have collected in this price range are notably outstanding instruments. Their musical quality and artistic character cannot be estimated from their cost, since, in many instances, it is but the absence of historical background alone that accounts for their not being valued at far higher prices.
5OLD TYROLIAN, ABOUT 1770-80
6Number 8069. Well developed model. Back: two pieces of curly maple with sides to match. Top: spruce of medium grain. Varnish is of a brownish color. Mellow tone. An ideal violin for solo work.
7Price: $500
9OLD GERMAN, 1780-90
10Number 8004. Well developed model. Back: one piece of flamed maple with sides to match. Top: spruce of wide grain. Brown varnish. Large, mellow tone. Splendid condition.
11Price: $500
13J. PANORMA, LONDON, 1810
14Number 7986. Medium high model. Back: two pieces flamed maple with sides to match. Top: spruce of fine, even grain. Shaded brownish red varnish. Excellent condition. Brilliant tone.
15Price: $500
17ANDREAS FERDINANDUS MAYR, SALZBURG, 1727
18Number 6932. High model. Back: one piece of beautiful flamed maple with sides to match. Top: spruce of wide grain. Large, mellow tone.
19Price: $500
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