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A VIOLIN BY CLAUDE PIERRAY, PARIS, c. 1725

114: A VIOLIN BY CLAUDE PIERRAY, PARIS, c. 1725


Labeled, "Claude Pierray, rue des Fosses Saint Germain-des-Préz a Paris, 1725."

The lower bass rib replaced. 

LOB: 36.0 cm

Claude Pierray was among the most important figures of the early eighteenth-century Parisian school and is thought to have trained within the circle of the Médard family. Working in Paris, Pierray developed a refined and elegant style that helped define the classical French tradition. His instruments were widely respected in his lifetime and contributed to the growing reputation of Paris as a center of violin making. Today, Pierray is regarded as one of the foundational makers of the French 18th century school.
  • Proforma Certificate: Tarisio, New York, NY (May 30 2024)
  • Dendrochronology report: Peter Ratcliff, London (Apr 24 2024) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1707 and 1699, respectively. Printed report available for purchase upon request.

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Ending time: Mar 5 at
1:21 PM New York / 6:21 PM London / 7:21 PM Berlin

Estimate: $18,000–25,000

High Bidder: Ailq
High Bid: $15,000
Including Premium: $18,000

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