Stradivarius violins are regarded as highly valuable, exceptionally wellcrafted violins. Value of violins violins, violin maker, books, legends. Antonio stradivari is widely considered the greatest violin maker of all time. Among the many fine violins wilhlemj owned, this stradivari remained his favorite. These germany copy stradivarius can be very valuable. Antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 17 made in czechoslovakis. Vintage violin antonius stradivarius copy made in czecho. Just the other day another strings reader wrote inquiring about the value and authenticity of his violin. Get the best deals on copy of antonius stradivarius violin when you shop the largest online selection at. The violin received its name from a former owner, the italian violin virtuoso niccolo paganini 17821840, because of its power and resonance. Many of these do have some age and date from 18901920 and were made to be of the quality of stradivarius so their craftmanship was high. Sky guarantee mastero sound copy of stradivarius 44 size professional handmade 44 full size twopiece back acoustic violin unique antique style all ebony parts 4.
Antonius stradivarius copy by wilhelm eberle made in germany 44 full size with vintage japanese bow. The research carried out by our company has been used as benchmark information in articles by bloomberg, the times and the economist. It also has a circle with a s with a cross in between the letters. Vintage fullsize violin antique vintage fullsize violin stradivarius fine violin magginni 1630 violin vintage jacobus stainer fine violin old. The siberian times the owner who also served in the soviet forces said that his grandfather described the street as well to do and surmised the house had belonged to a noble or rich. According to their reputation, the quality of their sound has defied attempts to explain or equal it, though this. Violins came into the world back in the 16th century, when it had its first violin maker in history, andrea amati, in the 1500s. I find myself drawing on all of this knowledge in a violin appraisal. Theres good, disappointing and perhaps really good news. One canadian violinmaker, joseph curtin, and his american partner, gregg alf, created a copy, right down to every scratch and shading of varnish, of a specific instrument known as the booth stradivari, which stradivari made in 1716. An anonymous bidder has created a sensation in the world of classical music by paying the equivalent of. Stradivarius violins are reknown for their beauty and powerful voices. Mendini full size 44 mv300 solid wood violin with tuner, lesson book, extra strings, shoulder.
The label is only there to show that it was cut on a strad model. There is a label inside that says antonius stradivarius. Antonio stradivari, violin, cremona, 1721, the lady blunt. What is surprising, at least to nonmusicians, is that many violin players and other people in the classical music world consider the violins of stradivari to be musically superior to any new instruments. Violin body violin in hard shell ernst heinrich roth violin vintage john juzek vintage violin string violin nicolaus stainer copy violin violin unknown maker antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat. So, the only way to find out of this is a genuine bausch or a copy is for an expert to.
Why stradivari violins smash auction records cnn style. Most of the violins with stradivarius labels are not worth much. Violins are available in seven different sizes to suit the size of the musician. If there is no other luthier name attached some signed their name but many did not the value can range between 200. Jul 06, 2011 even if you have a violin that isnt marked made in germany or made in czechoslovakia and even if the date is from the 1700s you probably dont have a stradivarius. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. What is a stradivarius violin copy made in 17 in germany. See more ideas about stradivarius violin, violin, stradivarius. His interpretation of geometry and design for the violin has served as a conceptual model for violin makers for more than 250 years. His father who was a doctor of law and an amateur violinist purchased the violin in 1866 for his son. For every stradivarius violin discovered, there are many.
It is a antonio stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1706 this is the information on the inside of the violin. In the 17th century, we had famous violin makers, antonio stradivari and andrea guarneri, each with their own unique craftsmanship of violins. This book traces antonio stradivaris life, that of his children, and more importantly, the journeys made by 5 violins and 1 cello made by him. This is a step above the commercial factory instruments, but not a single maker instrument. This is a delightful, well written book with much insight and an obvious love of music. Violin dated stainer copy violin joseph guarnerius. On march 28, the instrument staples is playing the 1684 excroall. It is marked inside with the inscription copy of antonius stradivarius made in germany. These are the 12 most expensive violins of all time. For any experienced violin maker or restorer it takes one second to know a real stradivarius from an average copy.
Sky guarantee mastero sound copy of stradivarius 44 size professional handmade twopiece back 44 full size acoustic violin antique style ebony parts 3. Even if you have a violin that isnt marked made in germany or made in czechoslovakia and even if the date is from the 1700s you probably dont have a stradivarius. The author spans many years in his tale of a stradivarius violin from its beginnings in cremona, italy through palaces of europe, a hut in the korean war and finally to a young prodigy deep in the southern u. Steward pollens the violin forms of antonio stradivari. Like most readers who write to us, trying to eek out information about a mystery fiddle, he carefully transcribed the faded, dusty label visible through the fhole on the bass side. Erush heinrich ruth bubeureutherlangen 1957 made in westgermany 1080 reproduction of antonius stradivarius cremona 1700. We showed it to an expert in the field, who dated it to the early 1900s 1930s at the very latest. Our valuation service is rooted in the most accurate and current data collected from across the entire spectrum of violin markets.
This violin was named after the acclaimed german violinist august wilhelmj 18451908 who owned and played it. No, your stradivarius does not look exactly like this. Violin iconography of antonio stradivari 16441737, herbert k. I spoke to two world class violinists who play stradivarius violins as well as a violinmaker about what makes stradivari so great. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. The value of a violin marked antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1720 would actually depend highly on one main thing. Antonio stradivari his life and work 1st ed 1902 reader copy intact. A violin, having a two piece 36 cm back, with two bows, casedreport by ghthe rear bottom of the body is coming apart from the edge and there is also a crack on the edge and it is also coming apart on the opposite side at the bottom of the front of the body. According to their reputation, the quality of their sound has defied attempts to explain or equal it, though this belief is disputed. Amati, stradivarius and guarneri violins are the most famous antique violins exists today.
Delicate scroll shows makers wonderful sculpture technique. Many factors go into determining the worth of an antique violin, including the instruments manufacturer, how it has been treated over the. Jul 20, 2014 it bears the label, antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1697 and is branded to the lower rib, curtis phila. Antonius stradivarius, during the 17th and 18th centuries. The value of an antique violin from the early 1900s our. This story was updated on may 10 to include additional information provided by dr. It is no surprise that stradivarius instruments are sought after for their historical value, not to mention their visual beauty. Whats the value of a copy of a stradivarius violin model. I have a violin, on the inside it says copy of antonius. The most expensive stradivarius violins are the ones crafted during what is considered his golden period from 1700 to 1720. But, its probably what you have an inexpensive and not very valuable german or czech copy.
Bridge is ok, but i trimmed mine down to a more comfortable. Violin makers say they can typically spot the difference between an average violin, such as the one at left, which one person emailed to a maker, and a true stradivarius, such as the ames. The kreutzer stradivarius is due to be auctioned by christies in new york on 18 june. Joseph rocca fecit premiato di medaglie alle esposizione di torino,genova,londra parigi. My strad copy made in czechoslovakia in 1920 cost me. The vast majority of violins are copies of some stradivarius or another. His violins sang as none had before them, with a clearer voice and greater volume, and with a pureness of tone which made them. Antique antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 17 violin and antique bow with mother of pearl inlay and original case antiquelane 5 out of 5. I have a stradivarius violin that is dated 1737 on the inside.
These violins are estimated to bid at the starting auction price of millions of dollars. Gregg alf, created a copy, right down to every scratch and shading of varnish, of a specific. The back of the scroll is stamped conservatory violin stradivarius. Antonio stradivari, violin, cremona, 1725, the wilhelmj. Please contact us if you would like to book an appointment to try this beautiful instrument. There are also other famous violin makers who came after them, but the workmanship and exquisiteness couldnt come close to the masters of violin making. May 05, 2016 stradivarius copy violin 20k duration. Vif full size 44 handmade stradivari 1721 copy german style. Study finds the accidental genius of stradivarius violins a new study of stradivarius violins has found that some of the characteristics that made them great may have come about by accident rather.
In fact, i suspect many violin makers dont realize that the shapes theyre using were created by careful measurement of a stradivarius. Full size 44 handmade stradivari copy german style violin fiddle. It bears the label, antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1697 and is branded to the lower rib, curtis phila. A stradivarius is one of the violins, violas, cellos and other string instruments built by members of the italian family stradivari, particularly antonio stradivari latin. The sound you are going to get out of this instrument is a great value. The most valuable violins were made by antonio stradivari in the 17th century. Why stradivarius violins are worth millions youtube. Very nice old antique german stradivarius labeled violin 44 size. Sears and wards sold genuine stradivarius violins out of their. Special thanks to stefan avalos for the stradivari research footage. Study finds the accidental genius of stradivarius violins. The number of copies, fakes and forgeries far outnumber originals and rare is the violin maker who has not put a stradivari or guarneri label in their instrument, and even rarer is the dealer who has not added or altered labels to.
Antonio stradivari was born in 1644, and established his shop in cremona, italy, where he remained active until his death in 1737. Buy full size 44 handmade stradivari copy german style violin fiddle. Thats why stradivarius violins are so expensive youtube. They are available in either full size or fractional sizes. How much does a copy of stradivarius violin actually cost. With only 650 in existence today, these immaculate works of art are prized as much for their unique and supreme craftsmanship and sound as they are for their rarity in quantity. Vintage fullsize violin antique vintage fullsize violin stradivarius fine violin magginni 1630 violin. Mcewen violin, named after former owners will be up for auction at sothebys in london. So you think you found a stradivarius the violin shop. Antique antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1716 2 bowscase estate.
Copy of antonius stradivarius violin in vintage violins for sale ebay. Today a genuine strad is worth millions of dollars. One thing people need to understand is that many, many violins have a strad label in them that isnt there with the intent of swindling prospective buyers. Great deals on copy of antonius stradivarius violin in vintage violins. Unfollow stradivarius violin to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The lady blunt stradivarius violin, cremona, 1721, cozio carteggio feature illustrated w. Vintage early 1900s stradivarius copy violin made in. Because strads were so esteemed, their dimensions were copied by a lot of people so copies of strads are ubiquitous, and have little value. To determine the proper size violin for the player, measure the player s arm length by extending the arms perpendicular to the body.
I imagine it would be a copy, but if it were an authentic stradivarius, is it worth anything in the sad shape its. Just because mr nobody from nowhere copied a great violin, doesnt make their violin a great violin. How does one set a price on a genuine stradivarius instrument. Many factors go into determining the worth of an antique violin, including the instruments manufacturer, how it has been treated over the years and the violins overall appearance. Generally very worn and blackened in places which the photos should show. Antique german antonius stradivarius violin copy of made in germany. Buy vif full size 44 handmade stradivari 1721 copy german style violin fiddle case bow music hobby. My violin is made by the world most italy violin maker antonius stradivarius in the year of 1707. Simply because an instrument is old does not mean that it has great value. Vintage early 1900s stradivarius copy violin made in germany.