Lot 137 , A violin with one piece back, bearing label for Franciscus Gobetti Veneliis 1703, overall 23in., cased

A violin with one piece back, bearing label for Franciscus Gobetti Veneliis 1703, overall 23in., cased
Estimate £400-600

Has a 13.75 inch length back, there are numerous repaired cracks to the top, possible old worm damage in places, the sides have numerous cracks and inset repairs with evidence of some glue showing, possible old worm damage at the very base of the violin and to another side, the back has a number of pieces broken and repaired and there is a crack and the back is also slightly mis-shapen to the bottom, lots of wear to the varnish, the head has a large crack going through the lower right peg. The label is written in ink on the older pre-1800 type paper and is slightly faded with some slight blemishes and losses around the edge.


Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.

Sold for £2,200