Gustave Methfessel
Violin maker
(1839 – 1910)
Gustave Methfessel apprenticed to P. Schulz in Regensburg and worked for Lembock in Vienna before establishing himself independently in Berne from 1864, later relocating to Hilterfingen. He traveled widely in Italy to study classical instruments and accumulated a notable collection, much of which was bequeathed to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. His shop was taken over by Max Bech and subsequently by G. Lütschg. Methfessel produced quality work on all classical models, each featuring oil varnish of appropriate shades. His instruments are labeled 'Gustave Methfessel fecit / Bernae Anno 18..'
Price History
- The auction record for this maker is $13,898 in Nov 2021, for a cello.
- 7 auction price results.
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