Labeled, "Pierre Hel Luthier du Conservatoire à Lille en l'an 1928."
Branded below the button. Branded to the lower rib, "P. Hel Lille." Inscribed to the inside back and top, "Fait par Pierre Hel Lille 1928 no. 351 Pierre Hel." Rosewood nigra pegs.
LOB: 35.6 cm
The instrument is preserved in excellent condition, retaining its original varnish, and presents a particularly fresh and well-maintained appearance. Hel’s workmanship is consistently refined, combining precision with a clear sense of proportion.
Hel’s violins are especially appreciated for their tonal qualities and ease of handling. In contrast to many French instruments of the period, which tend toward larger models, his work is often more comfortably proportioned, making it especially appealing to players seeking both responsiveness and practicality.
This example captures those strengths fully, offering a compelling combination of craftsmanship, condition, and musical reliability.
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Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Apr 22 2026)- Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Apr 14 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1888 and 1888, respectively.
Ending on May 7 at
4:48 PM Berlin / 3:48 PM London / 10:48 AM New York
Estimate:
€18,000–25,000
Bidding opens Apr 28, 2026 11:00 AM CEST
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