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Violin by Helen Michetschläger, Ashby de la Zouch, 1991
About Helen Michetschläger
Helen Michetschläger graduated from the prestigious Newark School of Violinmaking in 1980 and established a career as a highly-respected maker of contemporary instruments. Her research and writing on instrument making mean that she is in much demand as a lecturer on all aspects of luthiery.
About the violin
This violin was made in Ashby de la Zouch in 1991 and is modelled after the instruments of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua.
The violin has a two-piece back of quarter-sawn maple with ribs and scroll to match. The front is two pieces of narrow-grained spruce and the varnish is an unshaded golden-amber in colour.
The violin has a length of back of 354 mm.
How does it sound?
This violin has a pure, clean voice that sounds especially at home in Baroque sonatas. It's characterful and enjoyable to play: a great musical partner!
Condition
The violin is in excellent original condition.
Further information
Please get in touch for more details about this violin modelled after Pietro Guarneri of Mantua by Helen Michetschläger for sale and a member of our team will get back to you.