How big is a full size Antonius Stradivarius violin?
Antique, vintage, full size violin labeled‘Copy of Antonius Stradivarius Made in Czechoslovakia” Length of body is 360mm/14 3/16” Overall is 597mm/23.5” and 205mm/8 1/16 lower bout, 164mm/6 7/16” at the upper bout. Two-piece top is matched spruce with a moderate width to the grain.
Is it possible to restore a Stradivarius violin?
There is certainly a demand for old instruments, and very often an instrument might be worth restoring and thereby giving the opportunity of playing it to a young talented musician. There are better quality copies of Stradivarius instruments made by famous makers like Roth, Heberlein or JTL.
How does Antonio Stradivari write on his violin?
Antonio Stradivari only printed a first digit “1” and the last three digits were hand written (see pictures). Towards the end of his life he would not write a date, but only mention his age, such as, “I made it in my 89 th year” and so on. And as you can imagine it would not be written in German or English.
Is it OK to throw away an old violin?
So, never throw away any instrument. Bring it to an expert and have it examined – it might possibly be worth something. There is certainly a demand for old instruments, and very often an instrument might be worth restoring and thereby giving the opportunity of playing it to a young talented musician.
Is there a copy of the Antonius Stradivarius violin?
WELCOME TO THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS IN BEAUTIFUL TENNESSEE- This is a 1/2 Copy of Antonius Stradivarius Faciebat Cremona 1713 Violin w. Hard Case& Bow. more The label inside reads: Antonius Stradivarius Faciebat Cremona 1713 There is no damage to the body. Neck, or head, there is some use marks on the body see photos.
How did Antonio Stradivari write his age?
Antonio Stradivari only printed a first digit “1” and the last three digits were hand written (see pictures). Towards the end of his life he would not write a date, but only mention his age, such as, “I made it in my 89 th year” and so on.
When did Stradivaris start being made in the US?
While not a genuine Strad, a handful of these copies are now valuable in their own right. After 1891, all imports to the United States were required to have the country of origin stamped inside it, and so “Germany” or “Bavaria” might be stamped by the label, or “Made in Germany” after 1921.
How can you tell if a violin is a student instrument?
Often times, these are crudely made student instruments that wouldn’t sell, so shops and dealers would label an instrument to suggest quality. Being able to identify the instrument’s authenticity is important, especially for those families who are new to violin lessons and instrument sales.
