Antonio Gragnani, Livorno, 1788
Viola: 44803
Labeled, "Antonius Gragnani fecit Liburni Anno 1788."
Back: Two-piece of narrow 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 very faint medium curl
Ribs: of very faint medium curl; branded "A.G." below the endpin
Varnish: Golden-brown
Length of back: 38.4 cm
Provenance
| until 1935 | W. E. Hill & Sons |
| from 1935 | Meulen J. E. Vander |
| in 1983 | Sold by Sotheby's |
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: W. E. Hill & Sons, London (1935)
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References
Sotheby's Highly Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, November 25, 1983, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)- Sotheby's Highly Important Musical Instruments, Part II Auction Catalog, November 4, 1982, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)
- Sotheby's Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, November 20, 1980, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)
- Sotheby's Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, November 5, 1981, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)