Bernardo Calcagno, Genoa, 1743
Violin: 87235
Labeled, "Bernanius Calcanius fecit, Genuæ annis 1743."
Back: in two pieces of quarter cut maple with broad-width flame descending from the center seam.
Top: in one piece of spruce with grain of varying widths.
Ribs: and head of similar wood.
Varnish: of a golden orange-brown color.
Length of back: 35.5 cm
Upper bouts: 16.3 cm
Middle bouts: 10.8 cm
Lower bouts: 20.2 cm
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Certificates & Documents
- Dendrochronology report: Peter Ratcliff, London (2024) Dates the latest ring of the bass and treble side as 1738 and 1739, respectively. Spring growth of the following year visible, final overall ring 1740. Printed report available for purchase upon request.
Certificate: Pianohaus Jecklin (photocopy), Zurich (1942)
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