"A violin's age is not counted in years but in moments of bliss"
For many musicians, a violin is more than just a stringed instrument. Especially old violins with their mature, individual character are true companions in orchestra playing, chamber music and solo performance. Corilon violins online catalogue features antique violins for sale that inspire the serious player with their delicate workmanship, selected wood and fine antique varnish. Beginners and advanced players alike appreciate older violins for their richness in tone and rare violins as a desirable alternative with a good investment value.
Discover historic German, French and Italian violins for sale online at Corilon, and view our special selections of small sized violins and valuable violins. We will be happy to suggest the best violins and suggest a suitable bow - email us for recommendations. You may search our website for details of violins for sale by a special maker, origin or sound by typing e. g. "Italian violin", "warm sound", or "French violin" into the search box. Corilon violins online catalog offers violins for students as well as precious antique violins for professionals, high playing demands or as a violin investment opportunity.
Old violins and antique violins
If you want to buy a violin, the online catalog of Corilon violins offers you the easy way to find the instrument of your choice. We present a hand-selected collection of old violins and antique violins for sale; these attractive full size violins from feature a wide range of different characteristics and date back to different periods. Carefully selected antique violins, Italian violins, beautiful old violas, and top-quality violin bows and other fine stringed instruments full of personality and character are competently are lovingly restored by our violin maker and made ready to play. Find a large variety of violins for sale in a unique price spectrum: each violin is presented with an audio sound sample, 30 days returns, trade guarantee, optional certificate, professionally worked over and approved by our qualified violin makers. ere you can also find a small selection of good and affordable violin accessories and cases. Purchase violins with confidence at Corilon violins - we guarantee every violin in our catalogue. Information on violin price, tips on maintenance and information on the history of your stringed instrument is provided in our library.
Corilon violins online catalogue features a range of meticulously restored old violins and antique violins, each with its own unique history and character. Crafted by master violin makers from renowned European schools, these instruments have stood the test of time, resonating with rich tones and a warm, mature sound. As usually expensive and high quality handwork, old violins are passed down from generation to generation. It is generally known that an old violin sounds better than a new one. Read more on the history of the violin in our library section and take a look at our helpful information on signs of quality and value of an old violin.
About the violin
The violin is a stringed instrument made of wood that is bowed with a violin bow. It has four violin strings with the tuning G-D-A-E. The violin is the smallest stringed instrument of the violin family consisting of violin, viola, cello and double bass. Although the terms violin and fiddle are often mixed, they are different musical instruments. The fiddle is a medieval stringed instrument that is considered the precursor of the violin. Since the invention of the violin by the Amati family of violin makers in Italy in the 16th century, the violin has found its unrivaled pinnacle in the work of Antonio Stradivari to this day. In the 19th century developed the first manufactories where violins were made by several hands. Nowadays, most violins for beginners come from factories in China.
Traditionally, a violin is made by hand by a luthier (violin maker) from rough blocks of wood. A violin consists of a carved scroll made of maple or sycamore, the one-piece or two-piece back made of flamed maple or sycamore, sides made of maple, the one-piece or two-piece top made of spruce. The wood used to make the violin is called tonewood. The tonewood is seasoned for several decades before a violin is made to remove as much moisture as possible and to prevent the wood from structurally working and warping with changes in temperature and humidity. The light brown boxwood is used in the pegs and tailpieces, but is less durable than hard woods like ebony or rosewood. The acoustic elements of the violin are the soundpost, bridge and bass bar. These significantly influence the sound and are regularly modified or renewed.
Violin sales - a wide collection of violins for sale
When considering a violin purchase, it is important to choose an instrument that meets one's individual needs and preferences. Whether one is looking for a professional violin for sale or a cheap violin for sale, Corilon violins old violin shop will help you to make the right choice and find the perfect instrument as it has a wide selection of instruments to choose from in diverse price ranges including master violins and affordable violins. Rare violins are highly coveted for their unique designs, exceptional sound quality, and historical significance. These instruments are often one-of-a-kind, making them a valuable addition to any collection. Finding a rare violin for sale can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for musicians and collectors alike. Purchase violins with confidence at Corilon violins - we guarantee every violin in our catalogue.
Information on violin price, tips on maintenance and information on the history of your stringed instrument is provided in our library. Read more on the history of the violin and take a look at our helpful information on signs of quality and value of an old violin
The longer an old violin is played, the more beautiful its sound grows
