Unknown - 4/4 - - Violin - Germany - 1950

Introduction

This full-size 4/4 violin originates from Germany and represents a traditional workshop instrument made for practical musical use. Built with solid materials and classical proportions, it is well suited for students, amateur players, and ensemble performance.

Historical and Artistic Context

German workshop violins are widely respected for their structural reliability and consistent tonal behavior. Instruments of this type were commonly produced for educational and orchestral use, emphasizing durability and dependable sound rather than decorative refinement.

Craftsmanship and Materials

The violin is constructed with a spruce top and maple back, ribs, and scroll, finished in a warm brown varnish with natural patina. The fittings are traditional and functional, including ebony-style fingerboard, pegs, and tailpiece. The overall craftsmanship reflects established German workshop standards.

Tonal Character and Playability

The instrument is fully playable and produces a clear, focused tone with balanced response across all strings. It offers stable tuning and comfortable playability, making it suitable for daily practice and ensemble settings.

Condition
• Bridge: Original and in good, stable condition
• Soundpost: Original and correctly positioned
• Strings: New factory-quality strings installed
• Case: Included; old but functional
• Damage: A previously repaired crack is present beneath the tailpiece area; the repair is stable and does not affect playability
• Overall condition: Good, with normal signs of use consistent with age

Measurements
• Body length: 60 cm
• Corpus length: 36 cm
• Upper bout: 17 cm
• Middle bout: 12 cm
• Lower bout: 20 cm


Attribution

German workshop violin, late 20th century,
attributed to the tradition of Central European violin making.


Length of the body: 36 cm
Width of the upper bout: 16 cm
Width of the middle bout: 11 cm
Width of the lower bout: 20 cm
Rib height: approximately 3 cm
String length: approximately 33 cm
Total length (including the neck and scroll): 60 cm


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