The Jaradius Violin presents itself with the quiet confidence of an instrument built for reliability and musical clarity. Its spruce top and maple back are carved with consistent, thoughtful graduation, allowing the tone to open with a centered warmth and a steady response under the bow. The arching is clean, the geometry true, and the varnish—an understated amber—protects the wood while giving the instrument a dignified, handcrafted character. It settles quickly in the hands, offering an immediate sense of balance that lets the player focus on shaping sound rather than wrestling with the instrument.
In performance, the Jaradius speaks with an ease that encourages refinement. Its voice is uncomplicated in the best way—clear fundamentals, honest projection, and a timbre that rewards sensitive bow work. The fittings are sturdy and well chosen, and the overall build supports long-term stability without sacrificing tonal flexibility. It’s an instrument that doesn’t posture; instead, it offers a dependable, resonant foundation for players who value consistency, comfort, and a tone that responds faithfully to their intent.
French 3/4. Beautiful sound. There is an old, repaired hairline soundpost crack at the top.
Paul Beuscher began as a luthier who opened the Paul Beuscher Music Shop in 1850 in Paris at 27-29 Boulevard Beaumarchais. The string instruments bearing the label Paul Beuscher came most likely from Mirecourt, the centre of French violin making. They were bought there and sold in Paul Beuscher Music Shop in Paris bearing Paul Beuscher’s name.
Norwegian folk violin music is primarily associated with the Hardanger fiddle, a national instrument with 8-9 strings, four/five of which are bowed and the rest are sympathetic strings that resonate and add overtones. This unique instrument is known for producing a polyphonic sound used in traditional dances and music, and it is often ornately decorated with carvings and inlay.
Conrad Gotz is a renowned German violin maker who produces violin models with high-quality craftsmanship and design.
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 Violin bears the label Joh. Bapt. Schweitzer C.1880. Johann Baptist Schweitzer is considered one of the finest violin makers in Vienna.
This 3/4 M. Couturieux Violin was made in Mirecourt, France around 1920. Couturieux is a French violin maker in Mirecourt in the mid – 19th century.
This is a Breton Mirecourt Violin made around 1900. Stamped internally Breton, Brevete, De S.A.R.M.e. Francois Breton was a French violin maker in Mirecourt, France who was Duchesse d’Angouleme’s personal luthier.
This violin was made under the supervision of French violin maker Paul Jombar in Paris in the year 1920. Paul Jombar is a French violin maker born in Saint-Quentin. He set up his own workshop in 1892 at 20, rue Rochechouart in Paris.
