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A baroque violin of the Turin school, ascribed to Gioffredo Cappa, ca 1695
Estimated price for orientation: 19 000 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Type: Acoustic Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
A violin of the Turin school, ca. 1695LabelledIOFREDVS CAPPA FECITSALVTIIS ANNO 16<?>The two-piece back of medium curl, the table of exceptionally narrow grain (ca 220 rings per half!), the varnish of a gold-orange colour, the length of back 14 1/8in (358mm). A recent dendrochronological analysis of the table by Peter Ratcliff (Hove) has dated the latest year rings to 1681 and 1682 and concluded that the growth data has strong correlations with other Italian instruments of the 17th century, including one by Cappa (an extensive report is available from Mr Ratcliff). Brompton's Fine and Rare Instruments and Amati Auctioneers have suggested auction estimates in the area of £15000-20000.Condition: The instrument is overall in a good condition, but with some significant repairs to the table.I bought the violin at Christie's and had it converted to baroque setup by Bridgewood & Neitzert in London. I have played it in world-leading ensembles and used it for performances and recordings of both chamber music and solo concertos. It has done an excellent service, and I am offering it for sale with some reluctance.Viewing in person can be arranged in London and Liverpool.Payment: Preferably wire transferPlease also have a look at my listings for a classical violin bow and other period violins.
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Type: | Acoustic |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Italy |
A violin of the Turin school, ca. 1695LabelledIOFREDVS CAPPA FECITSALVTIIS ANNO 16<?>The two-piece back of medium curl, the table of exceptionally narrow grain (ca 220 rings per half!), the varnish of a gold-orange colour, the length of back 14 1/8in (358mm). A recent dendrochronological analysis of the table by Peter Ratcliff (Hove) has dated the latest year rings to 1681 and 1682 and concluded that the growth data has strong correlations with other Italian instruments of the 17th century, including one by Cappa (an extensive report is available from Mr Ratcliff). Brompton's Fine and Rare Instruments and Amati Auctioneers have suggested auction estimates in the area of £15000-20000.Condition: The instrument is overall in a good condition, but with some significant repairs to the table.I bought the violin at Christie's and had it converted to baroque setup by Bridgewood & Neitzert in London. I have played it in world-leading ensembles and used it for performances and recordings of both chamber music and solo concertos. It has done an excellent service, and I am offering it for sale with some reluctance.Viewing in person can be arranged in London and Liverpool.Payment: Preferably wire transferPlease also have a look at my listings for a classical violin bow and other period violins.