Nicolò Gagliano, Naples, c. 1770
Violin: 95117
Labeled, "Nicolaus Gagliano Filius, Alexandri fecit Neap. 1772."
The head probably original.
Back: in two pieces of quarter sawn maple with narrow flame descending from the center seam.
Top: in two pieces of spruce with narrow grain broadening towards the edges.
Ribs: and head of similar wood.
Varnish: of a reddish-brown color.
Length of back: 35.6 cm
Upper bouts: 16.7 cm
Middle bouts: 11.4 cm
Lower bouts: 20.6 cm
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Provenance
| until 2021 | Anonymous |
| in 2021 | Sold by Tarisio |
| from 2021 | Current owner |
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: Tarisio, New York, NY (2021)- Dendrochronology report: Peter Ratcliff, London (2020) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1738 and 1739, respectively. Printed report available for purchase upon request.
- Certificate: William Moennig & Son, Philadelphia, PA (1986)
Certificate: Tarisio, New York, NY (2021)
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References
- Private Archives - 10746