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A VIOLA BY ROMEO ANTONIAZZI, MILAN, 1912 ‡

33: A VIOLA BY ROMEO ANTONIAZZI, MILAN, 1912 ‡


Labeled, "Antoniazzi Romeo Cremonese fece a Cremona l'anno 1912." Signed to the label.

LOB: 39.8 cm

This viola by Romeo Antoniazzi is a fine and characteristic example of the maker’s work. Romeo is the youngest member of the Antoniazzi family, and now a well-regarded name among both collectors and musicians. Romeo played an important role in the Italian violin-making industry of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He worked both independently and for prominent firms and makers, including Monzino & Sons and Leandro Bisiach. This viola represents his finer output, featuring a rich, plentiful varnish and presenting in an excellent state of preservation, making it an appealing instrument for players and collectors alike.
  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Mar 13 2026)
  • Certificate: Eric Blot, Cremona (May 30 2023)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Jan 8 0202) This item underwent dendrochronology testing. No result was found.

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Ending on Mar 30 at
1:48 PM London / 2:48 PM Berlin / 8:48 AM New York

Estimate: £20,000–30,000

Bidding opens Mar 19, 2026 11:00 AM GMT

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