Italian violin, Monzino & Figli Milano - Antoniazzi circle (certificate: Hieronymus Köstler)

The remarkable character of this magnificent Italian violin is defined through and through by the spirit of artistic sensitivity and craftsman excellence which attracted outstanding luthiers to the Monzino workshop in Milan from the late 19th century onward.

Founded in the mid-18th century, the Monzino & Figli workshop for stringed instruments experienced a major resurgence around the turn of the 20th century, and hiring Riccardo Antoniazzi in 1904 served as a milestone in this epoch. The Monzino workshop thus became a point of orientation in new Milanese violin making and gave masters such as Luigi Galimberti, Raffaelo Bozzi and Ambrogio Sironi an artistic home for decades; it was there that this violin was crafted. Its original label provides no information about whose hand made this highly distinctive model, yet its design features an aesthetic and acoustic properties which were carefully considered down to the smallest detail, indicating the work of a virtuoso master in the circles of the Antoniazzi brothers, who had a full command of all of the arts of his trade. Its large scroll are another expression of the experienced craftsmanship which produced the violin body of elegant spruce and a maple with unusually lovely flames; the violin has a rich coat of oil varnish. The harmoniousness of this fine violin’s design is manifest in its clear and radiant sound, full of timbre and rich in overtones, powerful and carrying, with a radiant sweetness in its upper registers. Our luthiers have painstakingly set up this modern Italian violin and made it ready to play. It has been kept in top condition without any significant repairs. A certificate from Hieronymus Köstler is included in the price. This is a rare opportunity for concertmasters and professional musicians who need a powerful, leading, and potent instrument. Delivered free of charge, with a 30-day return policy.

Fine Italian violin, Monzino & Figli - Antoniazzi circle Brief portrait

• Excellent-sounding instrument for soloists and concertmasters
• Brilliantly bright, dominant sound
• Fine craftsmanship from the circle of the Antoniazzi brothers
• Solid investment and fine string instrument
• Includes certificate from Hieronymus Köstler

Note for US customers: We can temporarily ship to the USA via UPS Express only. With UPS, import costs from the new tariff are charged directly to Corilon as the sender, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free delivery with no extra charges for you.