Čestmír Musil (1913 - 2001) was a Prague violin maker who was popular during the 20th century. His violin from 1939 is in very good condition. Signed and labeled: “Zhotovil Čestmír Musil, houslař v Praze roku 1939."
This Vienna Style Violin is an Amati Copy believed to be made in Austria around 1910. Nicola Amati came from a family of luthiers who later became the most famous master luthier in their clan.
This is a John Jusek Violin made in Czechoslovakia around 1920 with its label and signature inside. This is one of the finest exported violins of the Czechoslovakian string instrument merchant John Juzek.
Introducing the Maurice Bourguignon Violin made in 1927 in Brussels. Maurice Bourguignon is a French luthier who received several awards, medals, and diplomas for his work in various exhibitions. He was known for his very refined work in classical models characterized by a good red varnish.
This is a René Quenoil-labelled violin, dated 1947. It was probably made in Eastern Europe. René Quenoil is a multi-awarded and recognized French luthier, a highly respected Parisian stringed instrument maker, luthier, and repairer.