Mittenwald violin by Johann Baptist Reiter, 1882 - small-handed players

This high quality Mittenwald violin dated 1882 was crafted by Johann Baptist Reiter (1834-1899), who ranked among the major figures in Mittenwald violin making. Johann Baptist Reiter was born in 1834 and was one of the few violin makers in his hometown who worked for himself and was not dependent on larger manufacturers. Johann Reiter was a student and disciple of the legendary Jean Vauchel (1782-1856). And the sense of artisanal perfection that father and son shared was old-fashioned in the best sense of the word. Johann Reiter was not only a brilliant violin maker — he was also a highly sought-after repairer, multi-talented musician. This beautifully sounding violin has an original label dated 1882. The violin offered here has a 32.2 cm scale length and a slim neck, making it ideal for ladies and small hands. It is a slender model that was made of good quality Mittenwald tone woods and varnished in a beautiful golden-orange that especially highlights the mildly flamed wood of the back. Minor traces from playing have no impact on the playing qualities of the crackfree and very well preserved instrument. With its moderately high table, this recommendable Johann Reiter violin is in perfect condition and has a strong, bright, warm and sweet open voice.