Violin by Edward Pamphilon, Clavering, circa 1670

Violin by Edward Pamphilon, Clavering, circa 1670

About Edward Pamphilon

Edward Pamphilon is a fascinating maker from the dawn of British violin making history! He was the head of a large violin making family which worked in Essex, based in several villages along the ancient trade route between London and Cambridge. The various family members produced instruments for the London shops, working in a style which hints at the Brescian school but which has lots in common with the early Low Countries makers from whom the family may have learnt their craft.

About this violin

This violin was made in Essex circa 1670 and is an extremely exciting instrument as it helps us to see the early influence of Northern Europe in British making.

The violin has a two piece back of relatively plain maple with ribs and scroll to match. The front is two pieces of characterful spruce and the varnish is reddish-brown in colour.

Excitingly, this violin is a rare example of an Edward Pamphilon with an original scroll. The violin has a length of back of 353 mm.

How does it sound?

A rich and muscular instrument. This violin has a huge and expansive dark tone, which sings and rings across all its different registers. Somewhat remarkably, this violin is also capable of being incredibly tender and intimate. A real character of a violin!

Condition

The violin is in very good restored condition, having undergone a comprehensive restoration in order to make it ready for sale.

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