Italian Composite Violin C. 1760

With Reuning and Sons Certificate stating the maker is Richard Duke, Sr. of London with a top by an Italian maker of the period. The dendrochronology report reveals that the top was felled in 1725 and statistically significant cross-matches include ring patters from instruments by Grancino, Testore, Lorenzini and Landolfi. This violin has a rich, spectacular sound with tremendous nuance and expression. $25,000.00

Peter Wamsley, 1720 London

An authentically restored instrument by a major London maker, retaining the original neck. The sound is even and warm, yet robust. $12,500.00

Johannes Jais Label

Most likely a copy by a later maker c. 1800. This violin has a strong, full voice with complexity and quick response. $8,400.00

Mid 18th Century Austro-Hungarian

With the typical high arching of that region, this violin has a powerful, projecting sound with wonderful overtones. $8,200.00

Larry V. Bowers, 2021, Middleway West Virginia

A beautifully crafted and rich sounding violin by one of the prominent American makers of period instruments. $8,000.00

Dennis McCaigue, Los Angeles, 1988

An excellent baroque reproduction by a respected contemporary maker. A very healthy instrument with an appealing sound. $6,700.00

Jay Haide Baroque

This instrument is an accurate baroque reproduction by Jay Ifshin and Haide Lim. Possessing the traditional thicker neck and shorter fingerboard, this is the perfect entry-level baroque violin, priced at $2,500.00

Martin Leismiller, Krin, 1796 - SOLD

Martin Leismiller, Krin, 1796. A well respected Mittenwald violinmaker. A warm, and focused sound, this instrument is in excellent condition. $3,200.00

Contemporary Baroque Reproduction - SOLD

Contemporary Baroque Reproduction. A good choice for a first baroque instrument. Authentic thicker neck and even response throughout registers. $2,150.00

Nicolas Maurer, New York, 2003. - SOLD

Nicolas Maurer, New York, 2003. From the Viseltear shop, a very fine violin, fine craftsmanship, excellent projection and strong sound. $7,500.00

Joseph Rausch, Bohemia, c.1770 - SOLD

Joseph Rausch, Bohemia, c.1770. A historic instrument with a unique sound – dark, rich, and enveloping. $7,800.00

Matthew Furber, London c.1825 - SOLD

A sweet and warm sounding violin. $12,000.00

German Lion's Head Violin c.1875 - SOLD

A good choice for someone trying a baroque setup for the first time, priced at $2,800.00.

Richard Duke c.1770 - SOLD

A prolific London Maker from 1718 to 1783, this is a robust, full sounding instrument. $9,200.00

Sebastian Dallinger Violin c.1770 - SOLD

This instrument is a rare find in that this violin has its original neck, bas bar, and tailpiece, making it a truly authentic instrument of the period with the richness and strength of sound that a professional period player desires.

Sebastian Dallinger is recognized as an excellent Viennese maker mostly working on a Stainer model.