Paolo Castello, Genoa, 1774
Violin: 40851
Labeled, "Paulus Castello, fecit Genuae anno 1774."
Back: One-piece cut on the slab of small irregular figure
Top: of fine grain, widening slightly towards the flanks
Scroll: plain
Ribs: of curl similar to back
Varnish: Light red-golden-brown
Length of back: 36.0 cm
Provenance
| Roederer's son | |
| until 1921 | Caressa |
| until 1960 | W. E. Hill & Sons |
| from 1960 | Lars Widen |
| in 2000 | Sold by Phillip's |
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: W. E. Hill & Sons, London (1960)
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References
Phillip's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 2, 2000, London, Phillip's, Phillip's, London (illustrated)