H.Clotelle worked for the Laberte-Humbert workshops at Mirecourt from 1891. They are good violins in their class, this example has a one piece back. The back length is 14.3/16 inches (36 cm.)Rosewood fittings including the chinrest and a new set of Resonance strings. The violin is supplied in a light weight case. There are no damage or repairs, just varnish imperfections and a bit of varnish discolouration to the edge of the lower left back (see photo), these imperfections make the instrument a bit scruffy hence the low price! This instrument has an excellent warm and mellow tone with a nice clear treble and good volume. A nice violin to play!