Antonio Stradivari, Cremona, 1693, the 'Bonnet'
Cello: 30777
Labeled, "Antonius Stradiuarius Cremonesis Faciebat Anno 1693 AS."
Back: in two-pieces cut on the slab with horizontal flame of medium to narrow width.
Top: of pronounced medium width grain.
Scroll: almost plain.
Ribs: of wood similar to the back.
Varnish: of a golden-brown color.
Length of back: 75.4 cm
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Provenance
| Bonnet | |
| in 1878 | M. Lecomte |
| until 1912 | Caressa & Français |
| from 1912 | Current owner |
Certificates & Documents
- Valuation: Max Möller & Son, Amsterdam (1971)
Certificate: Caressa & Français, Paris (1912)
Letter: Pablo Casals
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References
- Private Archives - 10072
Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, November 12, 1986, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)