French 3/4 violin, Mansuy around 1910 - powerful sound

This old French 3/4 violin of the Mansuy brand was made around 1910 in the Laberte workshops in Mirecourt. It is a very beautiful instrument which is worthy of being played at competitions by exceptional young talents; it provides the best possible groundwork for their musical development. The transparent varnish shows minor traces from playing which should not be unexpected for a good 3/4 violin of its age, its glossy spirit-oil varnish is a warm, dark orange-brown and has developed some patina that is very flattering to a violin of its age. Patterned after awell-proven Stardivarius model, the violin features quality tonewoods and craftsmanship that has always been uncommon among smaller instruments and can hardly be found nowadays. In its very good, crack-free condition, it is ready to play immediately and will delight you with its strong, resonant sound that is bright and open in the upper ranges.

 

 

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