An Important Certified Carlo Antonio Testore Violin Milan, Italy second quarter, 18th Century (1734).
The Violin is of excellent provenance having been lovingly played by a renown, highly accredited & accomplished professional Violinist and musician. This particular instrument is an excellent and fine representation of some of Carlo Antonio Testore's work and craftsmanship. The violin features an unusual back with black inlay which can be further explained in the accompanying documents from experts.
The Violin is accompanied by several old documents in the form of expert certifications from:
William Lewis & Son, September 29th, 1964.
Carlos Arcieri, Inc. NY June 23, 1989
Lewis Collection Sales Catalogue Winter, 1962
Insurance Appraisal Paper - Alfons F. Vavra 4th Generation Violin Maker, INSURED FOR: $180,000.00 - Dated November 21, 1998.
The violin displays excellent age-worn condition and is ready to be played. Provenance: Property of a retired Long tenured Violinist of the Esteemed and world-renown New York Philharmonic Orchestra.
Additional Literature:
Carlo Antonio Testore Violin maker (1693 - 1765) Carlo Antonio Testore was the eldest of Carlo Giuseppe's sons, and his instruments still show the mark of Grancino visible in his father's work. Carlo Antonio Testore was a more prolific maker than his father. Known for his exceedingly fine selections of wood and deep strong varnish.
Approximate Dimensions:
23 inches (Total Length) x 13.875 inches (Body length) x 6.5 inches (Upper Bout Width) x 4.375 inches (Middle Width) x 7.96875 inches (Lower Bout Width) x 442.3 grams in weight
