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.
The label and brand mark show 'René Quenoil' 1947, but this violin was not made by him. It was, however, made by one maker, so it is not a typical trade instrument. It was probably made in Eastern Europe around the middle of the 20th Century. Rene Quenoil (1921 – 2018) is a French luthier born in Paris on August 7, 1921. He is the son of Victor Quenoil who became his first mentor from the age of 14. Then he went to Amédée Dieudonné’s studio in Mirecourt. After that, he worked for Marcel Vatelot and for Emile Français who was a luthier at Paris Conservatory where he had his 8-year internship. He then left in January 1948 to settle on Boulevard de Clichy.
Queniol became a highly respected Parisian stringed instrument maker, luthier, and repairer. He received two honorary diplomas in 1949 for a violin and cello that he presented at the international violin-making competition in The Hague. He was also awarded craftsmanship medals in Poznan and Paris in 1957 and 1965. He established his workshop in Paris at 'Rue de Liège from 1976 until his death last 2018 at the age of 96.
This is a Strad Violin Copy made in Germany around the year 1890. Antonio Stradivari is a renowned Italian violin maker who was said to have brought the craft of violin-making into its highest pitch of perfection.
This is an antique German violin estimated to be from around 1880. It does not bear a label and features an imitated neck graft with a well-executed sound post-repair on the top plate. Animato Strings has an extensive selection of new and old stringed instruments, including Asian-hand-made, European, U.S., Australian, and antique instruments and original Animato String brands.
Paul Lorange, a renowned French luthier from Lyon, worked in Marseille during the early to mid-20th century. He established his independent workshop in the city in the early 1930s and was known for his fine workmanship on classical models and his use of various shades of red varnish. The violin in question was made in 1932, and it's noted that the handwriting on the violin and his original label may differ.
This Violin has the signature of an Italian Maker Renato Scrollavezza who was greatly admired and considered to be among the most notable modern Italian makers of the post-war era. He also won numerous prizes and medals in international competitions. This violin could have been made by one of his Japanese students - see the descrirtoion for details.
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.
Conrad Gotz is a renowned German violin maker who produces violin models that are known for their high-quality craftsmanship and design.
This violin was made by Louis Fricot violin, in Poussay, France dated 1930. Louis Fricot is a French luthier who received a silver medal in the 1900 Universal Exhibition in Paris and was appointed in 1912 as the Technical Director in the Thibouville Lamy workshop.
