~ A FINE VINTAGE FRENCH VIOLIN~ * A QUALITY PROFESSIONAL TONE * Start Price USD 3,500.00 Current Price USD 3,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 3,900.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, August 25, 2008 End Time Saturday, August 30, 2008 Location Auckland, North Island See more about '~ A FINE VINTAGE FRENCH VIOLIN~' Description This is a very fine genuine vintage violin(full size),with a very good tone and projection-even and with a depth of tone.In particular,the E string is very gutsy.I play in a string quartet and found it particularly appealing in such an ensemble.The violin was on loan to a Masters student at our local university who enjoyed playing on it.It is one of only a few violins I have ever played that can match my wife's very fine playing , and quality viola.It is by APPARUT ,and was bought some years ago on the French Riviera(NICE).Length of back excluding button is approx.36cm.A very beautiful violin,all ready to play-guaranteed to please .There is a well repaired crack at approx.3.5cm extending from the F hole(lower bout bass side) and another one  at approx. 2cm from the f hole(lower bout treble side).A very fine violin,lovely wood and an immacualte set up.Currently with DOMINANT strings ,a good old favourite choice.We stand by our descriptions/photos and do not make false representations or offer new copies of known makers.We are selling these due to a relocation,and would prefer them to be played rather than going into storage.Comes with a case.All violins have been set up by a highly respected international luthier and ready to play....no further adjustments are necessary.           *More photos and information available on request.BUY IT NOW will include NZ POST express shipping anywhere in the world .Depending on buyer requirements, insurance may be additional.A custom made security box for delivery can be provided at additional cost.   Do email any queries you may have. Place a Bid!