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A VIOLIN BY FERDINANDO GAGLIANO, NAPLES, c. 1770-1780 ‡

97: A VIOLIN BY FERDINANDO GAGLIANO, NAPLES, c. 1770-1780 ‡


Labeled, "Ferdinandus Gagliano Filius Nicolai fecit Neap. 17..."

LOB: 35.0 cm

This violin is a typical example of the work of Ferdinand Gagliano, the eldest son of Nicolo. The maker's distinctive style is evident in the small, neat corners and the center bouts set almost parallel to one another. Typical elements of the Neapolitan school are present, including the narrow fiber purfling and the grouped peg-holes. The maple selected for the back, ribs and head is consistent with the more modest materials frequently often utilized by Neapolitan masters, showing minimal flame. The original varnish is in abundance and well preserved. Gagliano violins are valued by musicians for their excellent playing qualities and practical dimensions.
  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Mar 13 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Mar 21 2025) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1764 and 1766 respectively.

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Ending on Mar 30 at
3:09 PM London / 4:09 PM Berlin / 10:09 AM New York

Estimate: £120,000–180,000

Bidding opens Mar 19, 2026 11:00 AM GMT

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