Labelled Josef Kloz - - Violin - Unknown

For sale is a very old, extremely high-quality 4/4 violin with label "Josef Kloz in Mittenwald on the Isar - Anno 17"

with an old bow and an old wooden violin case

The beautiful antique is in good condition and is fully playable.

History regarding the label/violin:

This violin bears a label referring to Josef Kloz in Mittenwald, a well-known violin-maker family from the 18th century. The Kloz family was one of the most significant violin-making dynasties in Mittenwald, Bavaria, and their instruments were valued all over Europe. The label points to a manufacture in the 18th century, although many later instruments carried similar labels as homage or reproduction.

Such violins are highly sought after by collectors of historical string instruments, professional musicians, and lovers of German violin-making art. The Mittenwald violin-making tradition enjoys international renown, and instruments of this origin are prized for their craftsmanship and warm tone. Authentic Kloz violins or high-quality contemporary replicas are in high demand on the market for historical musical instruments and fetch very high prices.

The old instrument comes from an antique dealer in Salzburg and was kept there for decades in a collection of old violins. Now the violin should find a new owner.

The violin is fully functional and ready to play. However, minimal signs of wear due to age are naturally present. See the pictures.

Dimensions of the violin:
Total length: 59.8 cm
Body length: 35.6 cm
Weight: 429 grams

Accessories:
Very old wooden violin case – heavily worn
Chin rest
Strings
Old bow – heavily worn

The item is sold as shown in the original pictures, along with the accessories. The seller accepts the item as pictured. Brand names and manufacturer information mentioned in the auction listing are noted on the item/on the violin. To what extent these are imitations or originals is not determined by the seller. The buyer agrees to this.

All displayed invoices are subject to the small business regime pursuant to § 6 (1) Z 27 UStG (Austria) – no value-added tax is shown separately. The buyer (bidders) agrees with their bid.

It is expressly noted that you are buying a unique used item.

Shipping is insured and includes a tracking number

Item number: EK - Kloz Violin


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