Pierre Silvestre, Lyon, 1847
Violin: 51499
Labeled, "Pierre Silvestre / a Lyon 1847."
Back: One-piece
Length of back: 35.6 cm
Certificates & Documents
- Certificate: John & Arthur Beare, London (1992)
- Certificate: John & Arthur Beare, London (1991) "This violin, a copy of the Guarneri violin known as the 'Papini' is a very fine and characteristic example of the maker's work"
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References
- Christie's Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, December 2, 1994, New York, Christie's, Christie's, New York (illustrated)
- Phillip's Fine Musical Instruments Auction Catalog, March 22, 1995, London, Phillip's, Phillip's, London (illustrated)