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3/4 - older German violin, prob. Meinel & Herold
An older german 3/4 violin made in the 1940's, very likely by the renowned Meinel & Herold saxon manufacture in Markneukirchen/Klingenthal. The model is after Antonius Stradivarius. The top is made of medium to wide grained spruce, the back is a mildly flamed two piece back. The varnish is of a bright golden-yellow color and very intense. It is in good condition. The violin is set up and in immediate playing condition. The bridge is by Joachim Roy, Mittenwald. There is a minor repaired saddle crack on top, the violin is otherwise in good condition and crackfree. The bright clear sound is suitable for orchestra playing.
Provenance: Markneukirchen
Maker: prob. Meinel & Herold
Length of back: 34.0 cm
Year: 1940 circa
Tone: bright, clear, suitable for orchestra
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