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Brilliant toned Czech master violin
The instrument is a fine Czech masterpiece made in the 1920'ies. The length of back is 36,1 cm, with this size, the violin is well suitable for large players. The elegant model is slim with flat archings. The top is made of medium grained spruce, the one piece back of flamed maple. The varnish is a rich oil varnish of an intense dark orange color with minor signs from playing. The large soundholes are accurately cut and very distinctive. The violin is perfectly preserved and in fine playing condition. It's strong sound is clear, brilliant, bright and mature, huge and very strong.
Provenance: Czechoslovakia
Maker: unbekannt
Length of back: 36.1 cm
Year: 1920 circa
Tone: clear, mature, huge, very strong
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