Description
I obtained this violin from my mother. It was her father's and he acquired this violin from his girlfriend prior to his marriage to my grandmother in 1948. My grandfather was from Pemiscot County, MO.
The violin is marked in the body of the violin, as follows:
"Giovan Paolo Maggini
Brescia 1654".
The violin bears the signature scroll on the neck, double purfing, and the back measures 14 1/16th (36 cm). The violin has a two piece back.
I've attached pictures for review.
Many thanks!
Category
Music and Music Instruments
Medium
Woods. I'm not familiar with the woods family, so I'll have to say TBD.
Distinguishing marks
In the body of the violin, there's paper bearing the following:
Giovan Paolo Maggini
Brefcia 1654
1654
Giovan Paolo Maggini
Brefcia 1654
1654
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
L = @ 11.5"
w = @ 8 1/4"
w = @ 8 1/4"
Date Period
1654
Weight
@
1.0 - 1.5 lbs
1.0 - 1.5 lbs
History
See above re: grandfather.
Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No
Photos
