Violin by Carlo Giuseppe Testore, Milan, c.1715

This stunning Italian masterpiece showcases the brilliance of Milanese violin-making tradition. With decisive arching, refined shallow fluting, and an exquisite golden varnish, this violin harmonizes natural beauty with powerful sound. It retains much of its original varnish in remarkable condition, highlighting Testore's exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring fine Italian spruce and slightly-flamed maple, this violin remains a treasured example of Testore's work.

Violin by Gennaro Gagliano, Naples, c.1750

This rare and exceptional instrument exhibits the versatile and spontaneous approach of Gennaro Gagliano and his profound knowledge of the great Cremonese tradition. It shows some peculiar details that precisely represent the work of Gennaro Gagliano. From our point of view, this instrument's most special feature is the strong and precisely sculpted arching of amatisè inspiration.

Violin by Giovanni Grancino, Milano, c. 1690

This beautiful and powerful violin was crafted by the hands of one of the most celebrated Italian classical violin makers. Grancino's elegance and deep inspiration in the great Cremonese Makers are notable in all its subtle details. In our opinion, the sinuous yet contained arching leads the eyes to move around the attractive outlines of this lovely instrument, which is one of its highlights, followed by the amazing varnish that still covers the most part of its body.

Violin by Antonio, Giovanni and Giuseppe Gagliano, Naples, c.1800

This violin shows the handcrafting of the great makers of the family third generation, who consolidated and matured the characteristics and style later known as the Classic Neapolitan School. The Small delicate Scroll, elongated peg-box shape, the flatter arching, strong resolute f-holes design.

Violin by Gioffredo Cappa, Saluzzo, 1705

This very elegant instrument faithfully represents the work of the best Piedmontese maker of the 17th century. In our opinion, this instrument's highlight is the amatisè style F-holes, which match the simplicity and delicacy that make this instrument so remarkable.  

Violin by Giuseppe Ceruti, Cremona, 1825

This fine violin made in Cremona is a rare and exceptional masterpiece, one of the only retaining its original label. Considered a key figure in the evolution of violin making, Ceruti's limited output makes his instruments highly prized. His violins are known for their expressive and appealing sound. This makes the 1825 Ceruti violin a unique and valuable investment opportunity for collectors and musicians alike.

Violin by Giuseppe Pedrazzini, Milan, 1916

Violin by Andrea Postacchini, Fermo, 1855

A violin in excellent condition and beautifully preserved, made by the renowned 19th-century maker Andrea Postacchini, also known as the "Stradivari of the Marches". This violin by Andrea Postacchini shows off all of his handwork precision, and elegant violin-making details.

Violin by Pietro Pallotta, Perugia, c.1800

This violin was crafted by an Italian Mastermaker at the end of the 18th century in his own personal style, model, and approach. It shows off Pallotta's elegance and inventiveness, deeply immersed in the 1700s Italian tradition, yet very particular and authentic in his decisions, from the choice of local wood sources for the back, sides, neck, and head to the constructive approach that made the acoustics of his instruments so famous amongst musicians.