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A VIOLIN BY GIOVANNI GUIDANTUS, BOLOGNA, c. 1738

159: A VIOLIN BY GIOVANNI GUIDANTUS, BOLOGNA, c. 1738


Labeled, "Joannes Florenus Guidantus Fecit Bononi Anno 1738."

The top from another violin by Guidantus and matching the back and ribs well. 

LOB: 35.5 cm


A rare and historically significant example from one of the important figures of the 18th century Bolognese school. This violin is a representative example of Guidantus’s work and offers great tonal control for a serious player.

Note: The top from another violin by Guidantus and matching the back and ribs well.

  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (May 20 2026)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (Apr 30 2026) This item underwent dendrochronology testing. No result was found.
  • Certificate: Reuning & Son Violins, Boston, MA (Jul 28 2023)

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