Nicolas Lupot, Orleans, 1785
Violin: 47715
Labeled, "N. Lupot Fils, Luthier, rue d'Illiers à Orleans, l'An ****" and branded under the back button "Lupot Orleano."
Back: Two-piece of medium to broad curl
Top: of medium grain in the center, opening out towards the flanks
Scroll: almost plain
Ribs: of medium curl
Varnish: Orange-brown
Length of back: 35.6 cm
References
Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, July 1, 1993, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)