Detailed Item Description

Overview:

Up for auction is a beautiful antique 4/4 (full-size) acoustic violin, likely of German or Bohemian origin, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. This instrument is a prime candidate for restoration, featuring high-quality tonewoods and several desirable vintage accessories.

Key Features & Construction:

One-Piece Back: Unlike common two-piece trade violins, this instrument features a stunning single-piece maple back with prominent horizontal "tiger-stripe" flaming.

Varnish: The original reddish-brown spirit varnish shows a fine "crazing" texture throughout, consistent with an authentic 100+ year age.

Scroll & Fittings: Hand-carved scroll Includes a full set of ebony tuning pegs, one featuring a decorative mother-of-pearl eye.

Included Accessories:

Vintage Bow: A full-size wood bow (appears to be brazilwood) featuring an ebony frog with a mother-of-pearl slide inlay. Note: Needs professional rehairing.

Becker's "North Star" Chin Rest: A rare, vintage side-mounted ebony chin rest stamped with the "Becker's North Star" maker's mark.

Mutes: Includes one heavy metal practice mute and one rubber Tourte-style mute.

Tailpiece & Bridge: Original ebony tailpiece and a maple bridge blank are included (currently detached).

Hard Case: Includes the vintage hardshell case for protected shipping.

Condition Report (Luthier Project):

This instrument is being sold "As-Is" for restoration.

The violin is currently disassembled (bridge and tailpiece are off).

The varnish shows significant "crazing" and wear from age, adding to its antique character.

The soundpost is solid .

The bow is missing hair and requires a standard rehairing.

No open seams or major cracks were observed upon visual inspection, but a full professional setup is recommended for playability.

Shipping & Handling:

The violin will be packed with extreme care. The violin will besecured inside its case, which is then suspended in a heavy-duty shipping box with ample padding. Note: Bridge and tailpiece will be wrapped separately to prevent scratches to the varnish during transit.