Bernardo Calcagno, Genoa, date unknown
Violin: 44932
Labeled, "Barnardus Calcanisu / Fecit Genvae Anno 1734."
Back: Two-piece cut on the slab, with original wings to the lower bouts
Top: of medium grain broadening towards the flanks
Scroll: of less distinct curl
Ribs: of wood similar to back
Varnish: Red-brown
Length of back: 35.6 cm
Provenance
in 1962 | Anonymous |
... | ... |
in 1984 | Sold by Sotheby's |
in 1985 | Current owner |
Certificates & Documents
Certificate: Machold Rare Violins, Ltd, Vienna (1996) X-880.
Certificate: Machold Rare Violins, Ltd, Vienna (1994) X-880.
Certificate: Cyril William Jacklin (1962)
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References
- Private Papers
Sotheby Parke Bernet Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, June 19, 1985, New York, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, New York (illustrated)
Sotheby's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, September 20, 1984, London, Sotheby's, Sotheby's, London (illustrated)