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Catalog of rare old violins, violas and violoncellos; also bows of rare makes, 1917
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1Tononi was the most prominent of the Bononae makers. We recently sold a violin of his make for $2,500. This instrument, together with the cello, are as fine examples of his work as we have seen.
3This cello possesses a tone of rare quality, exceedingly rich and mellow, and at the same time round and full.
5Price: $1,200
7Claude Pierray, Paris, About 1720
9Number 4703. In France the instruments of Claude Pierray and Jacques Boquay, who are the two most prominent members of the French School, rank with the best of the second and third class Italian makers. This is because their work is known there and is not well known to the American public. However, year by year such names as these and those of Castagneri, Guersan, and others, are becoming familiar to American buyers. Good examples of their work are recognized now as being far superior to ordinary Italian instruments.
11With the exception of the scroll this is a fine example of Claude Pierray's work. The model is large and broad; it is in an excellent state of preservation and the materials used throughout are of very fine quality. It has a large resonant tone.
13Price: $1,200
15Giuseppe Gagliano, Naples, 1785
17Number 4716. Broad Stradivarius pattern, handsome wood throughout, deep orange red varnish. This instrument is in a very fine state of preservation, has no cracks in the top, which is noteworthy. The varnish is of a dark reddish brown color. It possesses a very powerful robust tone. Excellent orchestra and all around business instrument.
19Price: $1,000
21Nicolas Claudot, About 1800
23Number 4704. Large Stradivarius pattern, handsome wood, dark brown varnish, excellent preservation, strong robust tone.
25Price: $250
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