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Antique violins, violas and bows for discerning players and collectors. Detailed photography, honest descriptions and personal guidance.

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A changing collection of one-of-a-kind European instruments. Shop prices are calculated automatically from the current marketplace price.

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Fine Czech master violin by Přemysl Herclík, 1972

7.099,00 €Direct shop price7.849,56 €

violin · Reference 188868275682

Fine Czech master violin by Přemysl Herclík, 1972

Opus 77. A distinguished Czech master instrument with an expressive voice and elegant flamed back.

7.099,00 €

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19th-century German violin by Mathias Neüner

5.299,00 €Direct shop price5.874,55 €

violin · Reference 187940698135

19th-century German violin by Mathias Neüner

A full-size antique German violin with strong character and historic workmanship.

5.299,00 €

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Antique French violin by René Simon

1.299,00 €Direct shop price1.423,27 €

violin · Reference 188848355081

Antique French violin by René Simon

A refined 4/4 French violin selected for balanced proportions and musical presence.

1.299,00 €

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Viennese violin by Michael I. Stadlmann

5.399,00 €Direct shop price6.000,00 €

violin · Reference 187372910317

Viennese violin by Michael I. Stadlmann

An exquisite historic Viennese violin by one of the city’s highly regarded makers.

5.399,00 €

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Hand-carved Ole Bull head antique violin

899,00 €Direct shop price980,00 €

violin · Reference 187558176667

Hand-carved Ole Bull head antique violin

A rare character instrument crowned by a hand-carved Ole Bull head.

899,00 €

viola

Viola by Leonard W. Broughton, Southampton

8.999,00 €Direct shop price10.000,00 €

viola · Reference 187360719969

Viola by Leonard W. Broughton, Southampton

A fine English viola with a distinctive personality.

8.999,00 €

bow

Old German Pernambuco violin bow

599,00 €Direct shop price601,29 €

bow · Reference 187688686718

Old German Pernambuco violin bow

A quality old German Pernambuco bow with responsive handling.

599,00 €
Fine flamed maple violin back

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