This good German violin bow was made in the 1960s in Markneukirchen by an unknown, talented bowmaker. The exceptionally well balanced weight that lets this bow feel heavier in the hand than its actual weight of 58.2 g suggests, the agile, almost "French" character and the immediate response are superior to most bows of this class. The balance point is measured at 27.0 cm of 74.5 cm total length and feels well centered and broad, slightly shifted towards the upper half. The octagonal stick is of good stiffness and made of orange-brown pernambuco wood, the ebony frog is nickel mounted, with a mother of pearle eye and a rose-white shimmering slide. An active and responsive bow, a strong player, that produces a warm, mellow sound full of character. This bow complements clear, brilliant, somehwat sharp sounding violins.
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Good violin bow from Markneukirchen, warm, mellow tone
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Antique German violin of Saxony, approx. 1860
This excellent sounding antique violin from Saxony is a suitable quality instrument of the 19th century, build around 1860 in the Markneukirchen region. It is an outstanding instrument at the price which is highly motivating to play with its mature and warm sound, well-balanced across the strings, its precise response and long lasting resonance. Small, elegant soundholes and the transparent, honey-colored varnish that covers the two piece back of "birdseye" maple, ribs and very regular spruce top determine the indeed highly attractive optical appearance. This tonally outstanding German violin has traces of use, which are typical for the history of good instruments; it is offered completely worked over and with a minor repair of the back seam in perfect condition.
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French master violin, Jean Striebig, 1945
Jean Striebig (1910-1981), a student of the great Léon Victor Mougenot, was one of the most independent violin makers of Mirecourt. His masterful copies of Stradivari and especially his works patterned after his own models such as the violin offered here rank among the most sought-after French violins of the 20th century. This particular instrument bears the original label and other markings indicating it as #620; its defining characteristics include the small, elegant scroll and the strong arch of its top with its opulent sweeping edges. The light transparent orange-brown oil varnish draws attention to the beautiful deep flaming of the back, ribs and neck, as well as to the gentle, subtle lines of the grain on the top. Some minor flaws to the varnish; otherwise this French master violin is in top condition and has no cracks. Its sound is dark, radiant, clear, brilliant and mature.French violins
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3/4 - Outstanding old 3/4 violin after Stradivarius
This old 3/4-sized violin is an outstanding instrument that was built approx. 1920 after the patterns of Antonio Stradivari. The instrument is a very strong sounding piece in excellent condition, full of individual character. The well-crafted scroll is a typical example of the violin making tradition of Saxony. Slight asymmetries determine the unmistakable style of this truly unique handmade piece. Very high quality regular grained spruce was used for the top, the flamed maple of the two-piece back was chosen with taste and aesthetic sense - beautiful tonewoods of premium quality, that were processed by a talented craftsman, as the warm and bright sound with a sweet note demonstrates impressively. The ca. 100 year old violin is preserved in very good condition with a solid repair of the top seam under the tailpiece, no cracks and very few traces of use; it was obviously handeled with great care and is offered in immediate playing condition, completely worked over by our luthier, as all of our instruments.
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3/4 - antique French violin for junior talents, probably by JTL
A rare very classy antique French 3/4 violin, handmade around the year 1900 most probably in the famous Thibouville-Lamy workshops in Mirecourt. The small JTL violin has a shiny orange-brown coloured varnish and a beautifully flamed two-piece back made of maple. Some older varnish scratches and mild traces from playing underlines the antique appearance of this beautiful violin, which is preserved crackfree. Like all instruments from Corilon violins, this 3/4 violin was carefully worked over by our experienced luthiers and is now in fine condition and ready to play.
The rare tonal quality of the violin is especially perceptible when listening to the powerful and intense sound that can be described as clear, warm, bright and open. This recommendable 3/4 violin is responsive and projects easily which makes it a first choice instrument for skilled junior talents.
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Johann Georg Schönfelder: fine Markneukirchen violin, c1790
This fine master violin is a premium-quality instrument crafted by Johann Georg Schönfelder, one of the best luthiers from the Vogtland region in the late 18th century. Schönfelder's oeuvre continue to enjoy an outstanding reputation to this day – not only amongst musicians, but amongst luthiers in the tradition-conscious Markneukirchen area who continue to refer to his historic models as a template for excellent new violins. Schönfelder's unique and striking style can be seen in its mature self-confidence: the delicate purfling close to the deliberately accentuated margin is an unmistakable cahracteristic of his work. The elegant carving of the small scroll demonstrates both the master's aesthetic sensitivity as well as his rich artisanal experience, which had reached its zenith during the period in his career when this violin was made. Dynamically curving upper and lower bouts define the powerful personality of this truly lovely instrument. Its top was made of meticulously-chosen, finely-grained spruce, and the one-piece back consists of excellent maple with gentle flaming. Schönfelder's brand mark I*G*S on the interior of the body confirms the provenance of this master instrument, which has been kept in top condition. It has only commonplace traces of use, and a repair was solidly performed which in no way affects the sound. Its voice blends a flute-like, warm, mature character with magnificent resonance and strength. The violin, which has been set up and made ready to play, is ideal for precise and demanding musical interpretations.
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NEW SOUND SAMPLE / Italian violin by Stefano Caponetti (certificate Christian Lijsen)
Tonally optimized and newly recorded: Catania in Sicily (Italy) is the place where this recommendable early 20th century Italian violin originates from: The Sicilian town belonging to the Val de Noto. A violin of simple elegance that was made in the ateliers of "Liuteria Stefano Caponetti", bearing the original label, dating to circa 1920. This Sicilian violin by Stefano Caponetti features a typical scroll, and specially selected tonewoods - top and back plates of two piece Sicilian wood which is softer in structure than the commonly used Alpine woods. The rich and glossy varnish is an attractive intensely colored dark red orange oil based varnish. This old violin is offered undamaged, and after having been worked over by our specialistst in excellent condition, her sound bright, clear and open with the desirable Italian character. Included in the price is a certificate of authenticity by Munich expert Christian Lijsen.
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NEW SOUND SAMPLE / Modern Italian violin, Salvatore Valentinetti, 1998 (certificate Carlo Carfagna)
Tonally optimized and newly recorded: Salvatore Valentinetti (b. 1927) from Ortona is an internationally renowned violin maker and restorer. This Italian violin made in 1998 by this dedicated Stradivarius connoisseur is patterned after a model of the great Cremonese master, and the violin's well-developed musical qualities will win you over. This violin is very responsive, and its sound is bright, open and resonant, full of substance and character. The top-quality and carefully selected tone woods of this good Italian violin are protected by a soft, intensely reddish-orange oil varnish against a yellow background. The large, conspicuous scroll is blackened around the edges and gives this remarkable violin individuality. It is an original Italian violin with a signed and dated original label as well as several brand marks on the back and upper block – in perfect condition and ready to play. The price includes a certificate by Carlo Carfagna, Rome.
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Fine Markneukirchen violin bow after Sartory, sweet, sophisticated tone
This fine and very active antique violin bow, a soft, fluid player producing a sweet, bright, delicate tone, was made in Markneukirchen in the 1920ies. It is designed in dependance on the works of Parisian master Eugene Sartory. The quality of the materials and the workmanship, especially the fine work on the head, are noteworthy. The ebony frog (slightly repaired) is sterling silver-mounted and appareled with nacre slide and Parisian eye. The round light brown pernambuco stick is of superb quality, flexible and highly elastic.
The overall length is 74.3 cm with the felt balance-point perfectly centered, measured at 26.9 cm including adjuster. The violin bow is in excellent condition and produces a sweet, delicate, colorful tone. Recommended for players with a "pulling" bowing style.
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Italian violin in the Otello Bignami tradition
This modern violin of the Bologna school is a 1997 work by Luigi Laterrenia who studied under the legendary Otello Bignami (1914-1989), one of the foremost Italian luthiers of the 20th century. World-famous soloists like David Oistrach have treasured instruments by Otello Bignami, who taught intensively from 1979 onward, thus influencing a generation of luthiers. Laterrenia’s violin may be considered a “grandchild” of this tradition, and especially the quality of varnish does full justice to its predecessors. Well chosen tonewoods are the source of this instrument’s strong personality. The top is made of premium, moderately grained spruce, while the strikingly beautiful back, ribs and neck are composed of deeply flamed maple with a particularly lovely grain. The simple but harmonous appearance of the scroll corresponds to the whole. Slight traces of use attest to the superb musical qualities of this violin that features a warm and mature, radiant, strong Italian sound. This is an unmistakably contemporary Italian violin that meets high artistic demands. Like all instruments from Corilon violins it has been thoroughly worked over and made ready to play by our experienced luthier. A certificate by the maker is included in the price.
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Antique violin, after Guarnerius, approx. 1900
This interesting antique German violin is a powerful and assertive Guarnerius model that was made around 1900 in the atelier of an unknown Saxon violin maker. Precise and quality-conscious craftsmanship and well-selected tone woods — regular grained spruce for the top, and mildly flamed maple for the two-piece back. The flat arching, the thoroughly applied purfling and bold scroll, that has a typical Germanic character, are the mark of a routined hand that did good and solid work. Like all instruments in our catalogue, we have carefully worked over this antique violin, that is an in its price range outstanding instrument, and made it ready to play. We recommend its large, voluminous, powerful and warm voice, a sound that will also win over demanding musicians.
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3/4 - Outstanding old 3/4 violin after Stradivarius
This old 3/4-sized violin is an outstanding instrument that was built approx. 1920 after the patterns of Antonio Stradivari. The instrument is a very strong sounding piece in excellent condition, full of individual character. The well-crafted scroll is a typical example of the violin making tradition of Saxony. Slight asymmetries determine the unmistakable style of this truly unique handmade piece. Very high quality regular grained spruce was used for the top, the flamed maple of the two-piece back was chosen with taste and aesthetic sense - beautiful tonewoods of premium quality, that were processed by a talented craftsman, as the warm and bright sound with a sweet note demonstrates impressively. The ca. 100 year old violin is preserved in very good condition with a solid repair of the top seam under the tailpiece, no cracks and very few traces of use; it was obviously handeled with great care and is offered in immediate playing condition, completely worked over by our luthier, as all of our instruments.
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Fine German master violin, 1950s
Without any label or stamp the provenance of this beautiful master violin is quite mysterious, a stunning fact due to the extraordinary fine quality of the instrument that was built in the 1930s by an unknown German violin maker. The medium high arching of the top, its fine spruce wood and the soft fluting impressively demonstrate the skills of a well-educated master, who chose deeply flamed sycamore maple for the two-piece back, a great tonewood as well! The soundholes, the purfling and the edges were thoroughly and precisely crafted, a state-of-the-art violin that is the clear work of a talented and experienced hand. The golden-brown colored shining oil varnish was richly applied and features a beauty that is rarely found. Some craquelle and some storing traces as they can be found on this violin are typical for this kind of quality varnish. Our experienced luthier worked over this great instrument and spent great time and effort according to the quality of the violin, that expresses its amazing voice ready to play, with a bright and warm sound, that is rich in overtones and resonant.
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1/4 - Old German quarter-sized violin
This german 1/4 violin was handcrafted in the 1940s, presumably in the Bohemian-Saxonian "Musikwinkel", indicated by the typical Markneukirchen orange color, and the fine inlaid purfling. The spruce top with its distinctive regular grain and the extraordinary flamed maple of the two-piece back are accentuated beautifully by the play of colors of the transparent orange-brown varnish over a golden yellow ground. Small and elegant soundholes and the carefully cut scroll call attention to the quality of the craftsmanship of this violin, featuring a pleasant sound, warm, well-balanced and bright in character.
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Fine English violin, 19th century, soloist
It is a rare occurrence for all of the most desirable tonal properties of a violin to find their way into one and the same instrument. This fine violin dating back to the late 19th century ranks among such exceptional moments in the art of violin making. Its voice integrates a wide variety of different colours and characters to create a tone with harmonic complexity? warm and rich in timbre, resonant, sweet and radiant. This expressive model reflects the highly individual touch of an experienced master who obviously pursued his craft in England. Every detail of this design shows refined taste: the elegance of the purfling, the striking profile with its beesting corners and the playful contours of the sound holes are all a charming contrast to the large, powerful scroll on a solid neck and the finely-grained spruce used for the top. The one-piece back features unusually attractive rising flames that are both broad and deep. The aesthetic of these premium tone woods is highlighted by a luminous golden-brown varnish with outstanding transparency and radiance and complemented by a lovely antique patina. After having been carefully set up at our workshop, this excellently preserved masterpiece is now in top condition and ready to play. With its assertive soloist voice, it will win over musicians who have exacting standards.
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Leonard Labrame, English master viola No. 20 (1988)
This fine English master viola is a younger instrument with a typical English appearance, that features a convenient body length of 40.9 cm and is especially recommendable for demanding musicians. The original label indicates that it is the viola No. 20 by the Nuneaton violin maker Leonard Labram, member of "the guild of master craftsmen", and the characteristically shaped ff-holes, the beautiful scroll, edgework and the transparent, red-orange colored varnish clearly confirm its provenance from an English atelier. Maple with exceptionally beautiful flames was chosen for the two-piece back of this attractive instrument. Our violin makers completely worked over this viola, that is well preserved and offered ready to play, with a convincing sound that is both warm and precise, mature, lyrical, well-balanced and precise.
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Attractive antique 1900's German violin
This antique German violin is an extraordinary beautiful copy of Stradivari that was handcrafted in Markneukirchen, Saxony around 1900, featuring an amazingly good sound and excellent playing qualities: a well balanced tone, an immediate response, a sound of brightness and strength, with warmth and carrying power. The unique optical appearance of this antique violin is no less attractive: the well shaped body is made of premium quality tonewoods and is thoroughly crafted. The medium grained spruce top and the deeply flamed maple back are covered with an intensily colored dark red-brown varnish with beautiful antiqueings. Some marks, small traces of use and age create an individual charme. The general condition of the instrument is excellent, this violin is crackfree and like all violins in our catalogue it has been worked over by our luthiers, it is now ready to play and suitable for orchestral use.
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3/4 – antique French "Compagnon" violin, approx. 1870
This French 3/4 violin is an exceptionally rare 3/4-sized instrument, that was built in the late 19th century in the renowned workshops of Jérôme Thibouville-Lamy (J.T.L.) in Mirecourt. It is one of the highly sought-after "Compagnon" instruments by J.T.L., that can be compared to the well-known "Médio Fino" violins. Only very few children´s violins are pieces of such skillfull craftsmanship, as it is demonstrated by the finely crafted purfling and the scroll that is a good reference for the educated aesthetic sense of the violin maker. The beautiful tonewoods from the Vosges mountains are carefully selected, with distinctive, rare grain at the two-piece back and the top. Dark orange-red varnish with traces from time determine the antique appearance of this great 3/4 instrument that is offered in the best condition and was worked-over by our luthier. Its sound is warm and fluid, with the typical mature character of antique stringed instruments.
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M. Couturieux: French violin by Laberte-Humbert Frères
This beautiful French violin is a M. Couturieux model by Laberte-Humbert frères. The instrument was made in Mirecourt in the 1920's, it bears the M. Couturieux model label. The highly transparent varnish is a rich spirit-oil varnish of a bright red-brown color with minor wear from playing. This recommendable French violin is preserved in perfect undamaged condition. Like all violins in our catalogue, it has been meticulously worked over by the luthiers in our atelier. Her sound is mature, dark, clear, open, well-balanced, radiant and rich in overtones.
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Strong, lightweight virtuoso violin bow, Albert Leicht
With its perfect weight distribution and its strong, lightweight stick, this German violin bow is a work of outstanding quality that is appropriately expressed by the two stars by the makers stamp on the shaft. It was built approx. 1950 by Albert Leicht in Saxony. The octagonal stick plays strong and agile, it was crafted of red-brown colored pernambuco wood and features both good stiffness and a perfect weight distribution. The balance-point of the bow is sensed well-centered and is measured at 26.4 cm of 74.3 cm total length. With a total weight of 56.2 g the bow lies ultralight and very comfortably in the hand yet is not missing a strong character at play. The beautiful frog was made of premium ebony and as well as the head is the fine work of an experienced craftsman, classically decorated by a Parisian eye and white mother-of-pearle slide. Minor repairs at the ebony of the frog are considered in the price. This excellent Albert Leicht violin bow was worked over with new hair and is ready to express its warm, clear, crisp sound - especially recommended for virtuoso play. The old, undamaged but patinated winding and leather have been kept to preserve its at the moment highly ideal weight distribution.
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