Violin Period: Antique Violins (Pre-1900)

Our antique violin collection features rare and historically significant instruments crafted before 1900, representing centuries of violin-making tradition. These instruments offer unique insights into historical craftsmanship while providing exceptional musical qualities that have been refined over more than a century of playing. Antique violins are prized for their mature sound, historical significance, and investment value.

Each antique violin has been carefully authenticated and evaluated for both its historical importance and musical excellence. These instruments often feature the complex, mature tones that only develop through decades or centuries of playing and aging. For collectors and musicians seeking instruments with both musical and historical significance, our antique collection offers unparalleled opportunities.

Available instruments:

A frontal studio shot of a wooden violin, featuring a light-toned finish and matching chin rest, positioned vertically against a soft blue background.

Violin by Raffaele & Antonio Gagliano, labeled Stefano Scarampella, Naples, Italy c1840-1850

c1840-1850

An upright studio shot of a classic wooden violin, featuring a rich, aged finish and a black chin rest, set against a soft blue background.

Violin by Nicolo Bianchi

c 1855-1860

A studio shot of an antique wooden violin with a dark finish, positioned against a neutral gray background.

Violin by Josef Klotz Jr.

1801

A studio shot of a classic wooden violin with a honey-brown finish, presented against a neutral gray background.

Violin by Nestor Audinot

1893

A frontal studio photograph of a classic wooden violin, displayed against a plain grey background.

Violin by Emile L’Humbert, labeled George Cunault

1920's

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Violin by the workshop of Emile Mennesson labeled Joseph Guarini

1884

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