Lot 36 , An English violin, by Whitaker, London violin, late 18th century,

An English violin, by Whitaker, London violin, late 18th century, the two piece back with medium curl, flecked sides and head, replacement neck, the varnish of orange brown colour paler at the back, incomplete label inside '... WHITAKER ... Violin & Ger. Flute ... the North Gate of the Royal Exchange Londini Fecit 17 ...', repairs, length of back 35.5c, (14in.), cased
Estimate £400-600

Typical scuffing and scratching to the varnish and surfaces.
The top plate has numerous restored cracks and some thick discoloured varnish around the bridge area so it is not possible to see if there is crack by the sound post. Wear to the ribs. Repalcement neck but the scroll appears to match the sides. Peg box wood filled and re-drilled. The back has a split above the top block. Inside are a number of small square patches along the join of the two piece back. Top left corner and part of bottom right corner of label lacking.


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Sold for £750