Antonio Gragnani, Livorno, date unknown
Violin: 44890
Labeled, "Antonius Gragnani fecit Liburni Anno 1781."
Back: Two-piece of medium curl descending slightly from the joint; branded "A.G." on the button
Top: of medium grain in the center, opening out towards the flanks
Scroll: of narrow curl
Ribs: of narrow curl: branded "A.G." below the end-pin
Varnish: Orange-brown
Length of back: 35.7 cm
References
- Phillip's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, May 14, 1981, London, Phillip's, Phillip's, London (illustrated)
- Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 22, 1988, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)
- Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 9, 1987, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)