Labeled, "Joseph Antonius Rocca fecit Taurini anno Domini 1847."
LOB: 35.4 cm
The violin features a beautifully flamed one-piece back of high-quality maple, finished with a rich reddish golden-brown varnish over a lighter ground. It presents a particularly attractive and well-balanced example, showing Rocca’s assured hand and sensitivity to materials.
While Enrico did not quite attain the level of his father, he remains a significant figure in late 19th- and early 20th-century Italian violin making. During this period, his work began to move away from certain Turin conventions—such as the use of locating pins on the back—resulting in instruments that display a more individual and streamlined character.
Characteristic in all respects, this violin captures the essence of Enrico Rocca’s mature style, offering both visual appeal and a strong sense of personality.
Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Apr 22 2026)- Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Aug 19 2025) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1893 and 1889, respectively.
Ending on May 7 at
4:57 PM Berlin / 3:57 PM London / 10:57 AM New York
Estimate:
€30,000–50,000
Bidding opens Apr 28, 2026 11:00 AM CEST
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