Labeled, "Carolus Ferdinandus Landulphus fecit Mediolani in Via S. Margaritae anno 1754."
LOB: 35.8 cm
This violin, bearing a label dated 1754, reflects the confident individuality of Landolfi's best work. The model is broad through the middle bouts, with softly rounded arching and distinct edges. The cut of the ƒ-holes is characteristic, lending the instrument a distinctive presence. Examples from the mid-1750s are often regarded as among the most representative of Landolfi’s personal style, showing refinement and expressive boldness.
Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Feb 18 2026)- Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Feb 16 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1751 and 1752, respectively.
Ending on Mar 5 at
1:51 PM New York / 6:51 PM London / 7:51 PM Berlin
Estimate:
$250,000–400,000
Bidding opens Feb 24, 2026 11:00 AM EST
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