Fine old German Violin Circa 1850

The top is made of Two pieces of spruce and show regular and thin grain lines. The back is made of a single piece of faintly flamed maple. The ribs , neck, and scroll are made of the same wood, and original to the instrument. The varnish is amber-brown , on a golden ground.

The violin is in good condition with some important wear on the right edge near the f hole, showing it has been intensively played, which is always a good indication of a violins quality. the violin was made based on the Stainer model.  On the neck can be found a stamp in the form of a star. We do not know who used this stamp. Under the button, a pevious owner engraved his family name, ( Baumgartner ) Violin has just been fully setup and checked. New Aubert deluxe Bridge and sound post

A superb violin

Body Length : 360mm

Upper Bouts : 167mm

Middle bouts : 110mm

Lower bouts : 204mm

The violin has a pleasant mature sound, with some Baroque accents. Not a powerhouse but has a dry sweet sound, responsive and warm.  Would suit an advancing student wanting a mature older violin.