Andreas Morelli ViolinFrancesco Ruggeri CopyMade in Germany c. 1949Maker's label and brand within
Top table is two-piece fine vertical grained spruce
Back table is two-piece broad flamed maple with the flame slightly descending at the center joint
Ribs of matching maple to that of the back table
Scroll and neck are original of moderately flamed maple
Varnish is deep reddish amber
Tonal qualities: deep, rich sound that projects nicely
Excellent condition - Two cracks to the top table - both excellently restored:
One crack situated to the left of the lower ebony saddle extending to the soundpost area
The second crack is on the upper left bout extending approximately 5" in length
Both cracks were repaired by the Kolstein Violin Shop and are fully guaranteed by the Kolstein Shop.Back table, ribs, neck and scroll are in mint condition.
