Carlo Bergonzi I, Cremona, 1739
Violin: 47781
Labeled, "Anno 1739, Carlo Bergonzi / fece in Cremona."
Back: One-piece of narrow curl ascending from left to right
Top: of mostly medium grain
Scroll: of medium curl
Ribs: somewhat plainer
Varnish: Golden-brown
Length of back: 35.5 cm
Provenance
| in 1984 | Current owner |
Certificates & Documents
- Insurance valuation: Jacques Français, New York, NY (1984)
Certificate: Rembert Wurlitzer Inc., New York, NY (1964) With photographs, signed by Simone Sacconi, Harry Duffy & Dario D'Attili.- Certificate: W. E. Hill & Sons, London (1899)
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References
Christie's Important Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, October 31, 1984, New York, Christie's, Christie's, New York (illustrated)