| A good quality violin from the J.Thibouville-Lamy workshops, a Sarasate model dating from around 1920. Labelled as an Amati copy and stamped Sarasate on the button, (also Elevé). The Sarasate model was sub divided into a further three qualities, Maitre, Artiste and Elevé. In good condition without repairs apart from a small cleated wing crack repair to the F holes, other than this just some varnish marks and scratches. The back measurement is:14.1/8 inches (35.9 cm.) Set up with Pro-Arte strings top quality ebony fittings and supplied in a new case. It is an easy to play violin with a well balanced even tone, typical of the Sarasate violins. Recommended! |