ex-Paul Glass
Labeled, "Joseph Gagliano filius Nicolai fecit Neap. 17..."
The upper treble rib replaced.
LOB: 35.5 cm
A typical example of late 18th-century Neapolitan violin making, this instrument displays the confident, quick and not overly-fastidious workmanship that makes Gaglianos reliable performers' instruments. The deep brown varnish with reddish undertones has mellowed attractively with age, while the upright and slightly high-set soundholes are typical of Giuseppe and his brothers' work. The violin was previously owned by the American composer and violinist Paul Glass.
Glass, known for his work as a performer and educator, championed both contemporary composition and the rediscovery of neglected repertoire. In 1961, Glass sold the violin to Rembert Wurlitzer in New York and a year later it was purchased by the father of its current owner.
Glass, known for his work as a performer and educator, championed both contemporary composition and the rediscovery of neglected repertoire. In 1961, Glass sold the violin to Rembert Wurlitzer in New York and a year later it was purchased by the father of its current owner.
Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Feb 18 2026)- Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Aug 4 2025) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1760 and 1761, respectively.
Letter: Rembert Wurlitzer, New York, NY (Apr 21 1962)- Letter: Rembert Wurlitzer, New York, NY (Apr 19 1962)
- Certificate: Rembert Wurlitzer Inc., New York, NY (Apr 17 1962)
Ending on Mar 5 at
1:39 PM New York / 6:39 PM London / 7:39 PM Berlin
Estimate:
$70,000–100,000
Bidding opens Feb 24, 2026 11:00 AM EST
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