Labelled Joh. Bapt. Schweitzer Amati Pestini 1813 - - Violin - Germany (No reserve price)

Beautiful and ancient violin with label Johann Bapt. Schweitzer Hieronymi Amati Pestini 1813, complete with original bow and its case, inside the case compartment found packets containing the strings as shown in the photo, conditions as in detailed photos.
Brand:
Joh. Bapt. Schweitzer as reported on the label
Type of instrument/accessories:
Violin 4/4 with rigid case and bow
Where produced (country):
Austria. The label reads Joh. Bapt. Schweitzer, a name associated with Vienna violin-making tradition.
Serial number:
Not visible / not detected.
Color:
Amber honey with varnish darkened by age and use.
Wood type body/neck:
Top plate: European spruce
Back: figured maple (flame maple) in two pieces
Ribs: figured maple
Neck and scroll: maple
Fingerboard: ebony (or ebonized wood)
Peg type:
Black ebony-style pegs.
Pickup type:
No pickup present.
Neck joint type:
Set-in
Any replaced parts:
Stringing probably replaced over time.
Any damage:
Normal signs of wear and varnish discoloration.
Obvious wear of the scroll and varnish.
Any necessary repairs:
General check by a luthier.
Probable replacement of strings before professional use.
Shipping method:
Rigid case.
Packaging with bubble wrap and double box.
Insured courier with traceability.
Notes on the internal label:
The label appears as:
"Joh. Bapt. Schweitzer"
"fecit ad formam Hieronymi Amati ... 1813"



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