Description
About the violin
This violin was made in Klingenthal around the 1920sn and made by German maker Paul Gaipel. The violin has a length of back of 337 mm, making it a 3/4 size instrument. This violin is modelled after the instruments of Stradivari. It is a workshop made violin, meaning that it was made by hand by a team of luthiers.
The violin has a beautiful One piece maple back with ribs and scroll of similar wood. The front is two pieces of straight-grained spruce which widens considerably towards the flanks. The violin is unantiqued and the varnish is a rich brown colour, laid over a lighter ground.
How does it sound?
This violin works well! It offers a good dynamic range and is easy to play. The upper register has a lovely, silvery sound which will make it a good match for more advanced repertoire.
Condition
The violin is in excellent condition.
