Francesco Rugeri, Cremona, 1672
Violin: 44176
Labeled, "Francesco Ruggeri deto il Per in Cremona l'anno 1672."
Back: Two-piece with a narrow curl
Top: of strong narrow grain
Scroll: not original, but probably Venetian circa 1730
Ribs: of wood similar to back
Varnish: Golden brown; over-varnished
Length of back: 35.3 cm
Upper bouts: 16 cm
Middle bouts: 11 cm
Lower bouts: 20 cm
Provenance
| in 1936 and until 1938 | Ralph P. Powell |
| 1938-1970 | Samuel Hersenhoren |
| ... | ... |
| in 1977 | Sold by Phillip's |
Known players
Samuel Hersenhoren
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: Hart & Son, London (1936)
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References
The Strad, April, 1977, London (illustrated)- Phillip's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, April 21, 1977, London, Phillip's, Phillip's, London (illustrated)