Although unlabelled, this violin unmistakably is of French origin and would have been made around 1930, probably in one of the Mirecourt studios. It closely follows the Stradivari model and is characteristic of the rigorous demands imposed by the French traditions of good Lutherie.

This violin is made of an unusually fine selection of materials and is attractive to the eye, closely adhering to principles of fine lutherie. The two-piece back, ribs, neck and scroll are of truly attractive maple with a distinct figure and medium curl. This is particularly well revealed in the scroll. (See photos) The table is of excellent tone spruce with narrow to medium winter growth. The varnish is an attractive light brown over a yellow ground, somewhat worn in the back in the usual places.

Workmanship throughout is refined with attention to detail in the purfling and corners and with nice crisp Fs and fluted wings. The scroll is beautiful and with nicely finished fluting.

This violin is well-toned - it has tone to match its good looks and responds with ease throughout the full range of the register. This is a good violin by all standards and is certainly a potential career instrument.

Dimensions :
	Length of back: 36.0 cm

Condition :
	This violin is in pristine condition with no evident repairs. It has new wild olive wood pegs, a completely new setup and new Dominant strings.

Provenance :
	Withheld

Price :

On request