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Antique violin by Braun & Hauser München (sold)

An indeed beautiful antique fullsize violin made for Braun & Hauser. The violin is a typical Mittenwald turn of the century instrument made for the house of Braun & Hauser in Munich. The violin bears a Braun&Hauser München label. The top is medium grained spruce, the back a one piece back of flamed maple. The varnish is a typical Mittenwald varnish of an orange-brown color over a yellow ground. The instrument has been set up and restored and is in full and immediate playing condition. One repair to the top is licated at the treble soundhole. The instrument is otherwise in excellent condition. The sound is loud, strong and powerful displaying its typical Mittenwald clear darkish character. Suitable for orchestra players.

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Inventory No.: Dummy
Provenance: Mittenwald
Maker: Braun & Hauser
Length of back: 35.8 cm
Year: 1900 circa
Tone: cleardarksweet
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