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Catalog of rare old violins, violas and violoncellos; also bows of rare makes, 1917
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1model is built along the best lines for tone, and the varnish is superb. In consequence, the tone may always be depended upon. This instrument is of small model, ideal for anyone wishing an easy playing violin. The back is formed by two pieces of very handsome curly maple. The front is of Italian spruce of the choicest selection. The varnish is all original and of a rich orange color. The instrument is in the finest state of preservation, and is very highly recommended.
3Price: $650
5CARLO FERDINANDO LANDOLPHUS, MILANO, 1755
7Number 4754. Handsome curly maple back in one piece; sides to match. Top of spruce of straight even grain, medium width. The varnish is of a rich orange brown color. It is in a very satisfactory state of preservation, and has a beautiful, rich, mellow singing tone.
9Price: $500
11ANTONIO ZANOTI, MANTUA, 1730
13Number 3739. Well developed model. Yellow varnish. The top is of fine grain spruce and the back of flamed maple. Well preserved. Superb tone.
15Price: $500
17JACQUES BOQUAY, PARIS, 1732
19Number 4311. Medium high model. Red brown varnish. Top, wide grain spruce; back, plain maple. Robust tone. Good orchestra violin. Good state of preservation.
21Price: $450
23PETRUS PAULUS DE VITOR, ABOUT 1750-60
25Number 3170. Fine old Italian instrument. Original dark brown varnish. Good state of preservation. Exquisite tone. A fine solo violin.
27Price: $450
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