Gennaro Gagliano, Naples, 1750
Violin: 44869
Labeled, "Januarius Gagliano filius / Alexandri fecit Neap 1755."
Back: Two-piece of medium to broad curl ascending slightly from the joint; with fleur -de-lis of mastic inlaid into the corners
Top: of medium grain, broadening towards the flanks, with fleur -de-lis of mastic inlaid into the corners
Scroll: almost plain
Ribs: of a more distinct medium curl
Varnish: Orange-brown
Length of back: 35.3 cm
Provenance
in 1995 | Sold by Skinner |
in 1997 | Machold Rare Violins, Ltd |
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: William Moennig & Son, Philadelphia, PA (1977) With photos attached.
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References
Skinner's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, December 3, 1995, Boston, Skinner, Skinner, Boston (illustrated)
Sotheby Parke Bernet Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 29, 1984, New York, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, New York (illustrated)