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A VIOLIN BY GENNARO GAGLIANO, NAPLES, c. 1770

116: A VIOLIN BY GENNARO GAGLIANO, NAPLES, c. 1770


Labeled, "Januarius Gaglianus Fecit Neapoli 17..."

Stamped to the inside top, "GEM SC." Lower and middle bass side ribs replaced. 

LOB: 35.4 cm

Of Alessandro Gagliano’s sons, Nicolò and Gennaro are generally regarded as the finest makers of the family, and of the two it is Gennaro whose work is often held in the highest esteem. Although he left no descendants in the trade, he is believed to have been the principal teacher of his nephew Ferdinando, carrying his influence into the next generation of the Gagliano dynasty.

This violin is a particularly characteristic and well-preserved example of Gennaro’s work. The front, back, and scroll retain a generous and rarely encountered coat of original reddish-brown varnish, allowing the quality of the maker’s work to be appreciated with unusual clarity. His careful workmanship, refined eye for detail, and strong Cremonese influence are evident throughout.
  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (Sep 16 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Peter Ratcliff, London (Sep 10 2026) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1759 and 1759, respectively.
  • Certificate: Eric Blot, Cremona (Sep 24 2024)

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Estimate: €100,000–150,000

Bidding opens Sep 22, 2026 11:00 AM CEST

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