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A VIOLA BY GIO BATTA MORASSI, CREMONA, 1971

32: A VIOLA BY GIO BATTA MORASSI, CREMONA, 1971


Labeled, "Scuola Cremonese No. 266 Gio Batta Morassi Utinensis fecit Cremonae anno 1971." Signed to the label.

Branded three times to the inside back, "G. Morassi." 

LOB: 42.3 cm

This viola displays Morassi’s disciplined Cremonese approach and command of classical form. The instrument is built on a well-proportioned model, featuring a one-piece back and confident, evenly developed arching. The workmanship is clean and precise, with clear lines throughout. An example from a respected Cremonese master, valued for reliability and balance.
  • Proforma Certificate: Tarisio, New York, NY (Feb 18 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Feb 19 2025) This item underwent dendrochronology testing. No result was found
  • Letter certificate: Gio Batta Morassi, Cremona (Jun 22 1972)

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Ending on Mar 5 at
11:51 AM New York / 4:51 PM London / 5:51 PM Berlin

Estimate: $25,000–40,000

Bidding opens Feb 24, 2026 11:00 AM EST

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