Johann Baptist Schweitzer (1790 – 1865) is considered one of the finest violin makers in Vienna. He was under the tutelage of Franz Geissenhof and started violin making in the year 1912. He moved to Budapest in 1825 teaching various violin makers such as Gabriel Lemböck. He remained in Budapest for the rest of his life
This is a French Copy of the Kloz Violin, a well-known family of violin makers from the 17th century up to this time. This violin was made around 1900 as stated on the label. You can check the images for more details on different portions of the violin.
This Robert E. Webber Violin was made in Wisconsin, the USA in 1940. Robert E. Webber is a violin maker and an expert repairer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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.
This is an Amati Violin Copy by Joseph Leistentritt made in Austria around 1908 with a label. Joseph Leistentritt is an Australian violin maker. Most of his works were seen during the 1900s.
This beautiful violin is a French Amati Model made around 1900. Nicola Amati came from a family of luthiers and was later considered the most famous luthier in their clan.
This Andrea Estasi Violin 2014 is one of Animato Strings' most extensive selections of new and old instruments in Australia. Animato Strings offers a range of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses, including new European pieces and antique violins from various countries. They also have a workshop for instrument restoration and set-up. Prices range from under $200 to 100k.