French Violin made around 1900 and Repaired in Tours 1953 in Bellegum a village situated in West Flanders, Belgium, near the city of Kortrijk. The maker as well as the repairer of the violin was unknown.
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.
A fine example of the Caspar da Salo Violin, made by C.F. Schuster & Sohn around 1900, as indicated on its label. This violin is known for its distinctive purfling design. Gasparo da Salò, also known as Gaspar Bertolotti, was one of the earliest luthiers and an expert double bass player, with around 80 surviving instruments.
The Cremona Master Violin, crafted exclusively for Animato Strings in Brisbane, Australia, in 2013, is a testament to the artistry and precision of violin making. Animato Strings is a leading authority in Brisbane for string instruments, offering a wide selection of instruments for musicians and enthusiasts.
This Romanus Violin was crafted in Transylvania, Romania, in 2019 for Animato Strings. Animato Strings has the largest selection of new and old stringed instruments in Australia, including Asian-hand-made, European, U.S., Australian, and Antique instruments.
This violin is Labelled Collin-Mezin and was made in Paris dated 1911. Charles Jean Baptiste Collin-Mezin came from a line of luthiers where he created various instruments considered superior to other new instruments. This violin is most likely an early copy.
Charles Collin-Mezin was born in Mirecourt, France, in 1841. He came from a family of luthiers and was skilled in crafting violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows.
This is a Romanus Violin made from Bird-Eye Maple. This was crafted in Transylvania, Romania for Animato Strings. Animato Strings has the largest selection of new and old stringed instruments in Australia, including Asian-handcrafted instruments, and European, and Antique stringed instruments.