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William Wilkanowski violin 4/4 full size *VIDEO*
Estimated price for orientation: 4 000 $
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Description Brand: Giuseppe Stefani Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Size: 4/4
This fine Wilkanowski violin is personally handmade by Wilkanowski and dated 1944 and set up with new Dominant strings. There are a couple of well repaired table cracks that are nearly invisible. Violin has a very strong, full voice of excellent quality. The darker wood on the front is natural grain and just a reflection of the light.WILKANOWSKI, Willie Born 1886 Poland, Worked circa. 1920-1940 Boston & New York USA. Active from 1895. Emigrated to the USA 1920 and worked for Oliver Ditson in Boston, and from 1938 for Gretsch in New York. Said to have made 5,000 violins, 100 violas, and 30 guitars. Cremonese and personal models. Own amber-oil varnish. Some of the higher quality violins were marked with a W inlay; these instruments are thought to be entirely of his own making.Length of Back: 363 mmBuy with confidence - 30 day returns.
Several other VIOLINS are currently listed for sale - check out our other auctions: Why Purchase From VegasViolin?When you purchase from VegasViolin you can be sure of getting a violin that is ready to play and does not need additional and expensive extra setup work on the pegs, fingerboard and soundpost. Expect to pay far below what you would pay at a violin shop for the same kind of instrument. We began buying older quality violins to enable our daughters to play better quality violins and have the experience of playing many instruments. We would like to extend this benefit to you.Note: It is uncommon for bridge or strings to become loose in shipping or for soundpost to fall, but in this unlikely event it is buyer's responsibility to have them reset. IMPORTANT TERMS OF SALE By purchasing you are agreeing to these terms.Payment: We accept Paypal. You can also use your credit card through Paypal. Payment is required within 2 days from purchase. After 2 days, Ebay will automatically open a case for non-payment and give non paying buyers a "strike" for non-payment. Please bid or buy only if you intend to pay for your purchase.Description: We make certain that all violins are described accurately. We carefully inspect each instrument before it is offered for sale. Each instrument is in excellent playing condition. We do our best to show very clear pictures, and give an accurate physical description. We also offer video and sound samples to give our customers a true experience of the instrument you are purchasing. All violins are sold "as is". You are responsible to make a thorough assessment of the instrument during the 30-day trial.Return Policy: Buy with Confidence - 30 Day "No Question" Returns. If you are unhappy with the instrument, return it in the condition it left our shop and you will receive a full refund. You are responsible to pay return shipping. Questions? Just ask! International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
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Description
| Brand: | Giuseppe Stefani | Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States |
| Size: | 4/4 |
This fine Wilkanowski violin is personally handmade by Wilkanowski and dated 1944 and set up with new Dominant strings. There are a couple of well repaired table cracks that are nearly invisible. Violin has a very strong, full voice of excellent quality. The darker wood on the front is natural grain and just a reflection of the light.WILKANOWSKI, Willie Born 1886 Poland, Worked circa. 1920-1940 Boston & New York USA. Active from 1895. Emigrated to the USA 1920 and worked for Oliver Ditson in Boston, and from 1938 for Gretsch in New York. Said to have made 5,000 violins, 100 violas, and 30 guitars. Cremonese and personal models. Own amber-oil varnish. Some of the higher quality violins were marked with a W inlay; these instruments are thought to be entirely of his own making.Length of Back: 363 mm
Buy with confidence - 30 day returns. Several other VIOLINS are currently listed for sale - check out our other auctions:
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. We will not mark the item as a "gift" - please don't ask.