4/4 Strad Violin Replica made by Animato Strings, Australia in 2010
This is a replica of Antonio Stradivarius's violin made by Animato Strings in Australia. 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. Antonio was born in Cremona, Duchy of Milan in 1644. He was a pupil of Nicolo Amati until he started making his own violin and putting his labels on it. Stradivari died in Cremona in 1737. His violin creations became one of the world’s most expensive violins.
Animato Strings has the largest selection of new and old instruments in Australia, ranging from under $200 to 100k. Apart from Asian-handcrafted instruments, Animato Strings carries new European instruments as well as antique violins, violas, cellos, and double basses from France, Germany, England, and Italy. They also have Australian, U.S., and instruments from other countries. The onsite workshop is blessed with experts who restore, service, and set up instruments.