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A VIOLA BY GAND & BERNARDEL, PARIS, 1877

32: A VIOLA BY GAND & BERNARDEL, PARIS, 1877


Labeled, "Gand & Bernardel Fres Luthiers du Conservatoire de Musique No. 133. Paris 1877."

Branded twice to the inside top and back, "Gand & Bernardel Fres." 

LOB: 41.2 cm

This viola by Gand & Bernardel, made in 1877, is a very fine and freshly preserved example of the makers’ work. The instrument displays hallmark features of the Gand & Bernardel output, including a deep red varnish and an attractively flamed maple back. Meticulously finished and built on a Stradivari-inspired model, it reflects the workshop’s high standards of craftsmanship. With a comfortable and ideal back length of 41.2 cm, this viola offers an excellent balance of playability and quality, making it an appealing choice for both musicians and collectors.
  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Mar 13 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Feb 25 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1870 and 1866, respectively.

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Ending on Mar 30 at
1:47 PM London / 2:47 PM Berlin / 8:47 AM New York

Estimate: £18,000–25,000

Bidding opens Mar 19, 2026 11:00 AM GMT

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