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A VIOLIN BY CARLO FERDINANDO LANDOLFI, MILAN, 1754

134: A VIOLIN BY CARLO FERDINANDO LANDOLFI, MILAN, 1754


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.
  • Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Mar 5 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Feb 16 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1751 and 1752, respectively.
  • Letter certificate: Bein & Fushi, Inc (photocopy), Chicago, IL (Mar 31 1987)
  • Certificate: William Lewis & Son (photocopy), Chicago, IL (Apr 18 1951)

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Ending time: Mar 5 at
1:51 PM New York / 6:51 PM London / 7:51 PM Berlin

Estimate: $250,000–400,000

High Bidder: HLmbe288
High Bid: $250,000
Including Premium: $295,000

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