Antonio Gragnani, Livorno, date unknown
Violin: 44890
Labeled, "Antonius Gragnani fecit Liburni Anno 1781."
Back: Two-piece of medium 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 narrow curl
Ribs: of narrow curl: branded "A.G." below the end-pin
Varnish: Orange-brown
Length of back: 35.7 cm
References
Phillip's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, May 14, 1981, London, Phillip's, Phillip's, London (illustrated)
Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 22, 1988, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)
Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 9, 1987, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)