Italian Labeled Violin: Martini Oreste 1927 - Guarneri Start Price USD 3,500.00 Current Price USD 3,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, August 26, 2008 End Time Friday, September 05, 2008 Location Albuquerque, NM See more about 'Italian Labeled Violin: Martini Oreste 1927 - Guarneri' Description Rare Italian Labeled Violin   Martini Oreste Modello di Guarneri Del Gesu Mantova, 1927   Description:  Up for your consideration is an incredible Guarneri Del Gesu model violin!  This fine instrument has a two piece top of medium grain spruce which widens towards the flanks.  It has an incredible pinned one piece back made of gorgeous prominent flamed European maple, with ribs and scroll of matching figure.  The purfling is inlaid and well executed with sharp bee stings in every corner, and it is fully blocked and lined inside.  The varnish is all original and is in great condition.  This violin is well set up with a new soundpost, an Aubert bridge, and a beautiful matching set of boxwood fittings which have black accents.  There are no old repairs, no cracks, no open seems and it will not require any restoration.  The tone has a nice timber and is powerful, open, rich and balanced.  This auction is for the violin alone, no case or bow is included in this listing.  You will receive the exact instrument pictured below.  Be sure to visit my ebay store to see more fine violins, bows and accessories.   Dimensions:  Full Size (4/4) ..... Body Length = 354 mm ..... Lower Bout = 205 mm ..... Upper Bout =163 mm ..... Center Bout = 114 mm ..... Rib Height (at end block) = 31 mm ..... Nut to Bridge = 328 mm ..... Mensure = 194 mm ..... Overall Length = 58.7 cm.   Disclaimer:  The price set forth in this listing reflects the quality of the instrument for it's workmanship, character and materials and in no way reflects the name or information stated on the label which it bears.  No certificates accompany this instrument so I cannot guarantee it's authenticity as labeled.  I do however guarantee that I have described this violin accurately to the best of my knowledge as-is.  I have handled many fine instruments in my my shop and this one is an exceptionally fine crafted violin which was obviously made by the hand of a master violin maker.    SALES TERMS WITHIN THE USA: FREE SHIPPING (one way) via Priority Mail or FedEx Ground to buyers in the USA only!  Payment is due within 7 days of auction close or purchase date. My preferred method of payment is through Pay Pal but I will also accept a money order or a certified bank check.  Local pick up by appointment only.   INTERNATIONAL SALES TERMS: PAYMENT: All international payments must be made by Pay Pal or an International Postal Money Order made out in US Dollars.  I will not accept a Cashier’s Check, nor any overdraft amount which may include agent selling fees, so please do not even ask.    SHIPPING: International shipping charges will be calculated on an individual basis so please e-mail me with your complete address for an accurate quote prior to bidding or purchasing.  My preferred method of shipping for international transactions is by USPS Priority International Mail or Global Express (EMS).  Items will be shipped only after I have received payment confirmation from Pay Pal, or after I have cash in hand from a cashed money order. No item will be released to a third party to pick up and ship, I will handle all shipping overseas myself, no exceptions.  ALL INTERNATIONAL SALES ARE FINAL!  Place a Bid!