Labelled Berbardus Calcanius - - Violin - Unknown

You are bidding on a fine and rare antique 18th-century 4/4 violin, bearing the label: Bernardus Calcanius Fecit Genuae Anno 1745.
This beautiful instrument remains in good, ready-to-play condition, with some old, professionally repaired cracks on the top and sides.
The violin features a very attractive one-piece maple back with soft flaming, complemented by a straight, high-grain spruce top. The instrument retains its charming golden-amber varnish and is fitted with an old rosewood set-up.
The sound is particularly appealing, offering a warm, mature character in the lower registers and a bright, sweet tone in the upper registers.
Measurements:
Total length: 586 mm
Back length: 351 mm
Upper bouts: 158 mm
Middle bouts: 109 mm
Lower bouts: 197 mm
String length: 322 mm
This rare antique violin is an interesting instrument for musicians and collectors alike, combining attractive materials, an elegant appearance, and a charming tonal character.
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