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Fine Italian Violins for Sale
DISCOVER THE RICH LEGACY OF ITALIAN VIOLINS
At Amorim Fine Violins, we take great pride in offering a curated selection of the finest authentic Italian violins for sale. Our collection includes some of the most sought-after instruments, meticulously sourced and crafted by renowned Italian master makers. With a legacy dating back centuries, these historic Italian violins are renowned for their exceptional tone, responsiveness, and unparalleled overall quality. Each instrument has been played by some of the greatest musicians in history and is highly coveted by collectors and professional performers alike, reflecting our deep expertise in this unique field.
The Amorim Lab
ADVANCED VIOLIN AUTHENTICATION & FINE INSTRUMENT PRESERVATION.
The Amorim Lab delivers an unparalleled level of precision in the evaluation and preservation of fine, unique instruments. Our expert team is committed to uncovering each instrument’s authentic history, intricate craftsmanship, and precise condition through state-of-the-art analysis.
The Amorim Lab was meticulously established to meet the demands of musicians, discerning collectors, and leading institutions seeking unquestionable clarity and confidence in their prized instruments. While traditional luthier methods offer valuable insights, our advanced diagnostic techniques enable us to delve deeper. Utilizing cutting-edge tools such as dendrochronology for violins, UV fluorescence, infrared scans, and X-ray violin scanning, we meticulously examine beneath the surface, detecting subtle characteristics and authenticating craftsmanship with an unprecedented level of accuracy and scientific rigor. This ensures reliable instrument certification and peace of mind.
Diagnostic Techniques in The Amorim Lab
UV LIGHT FLUORESCENCE
Advanced UV light fluorescence analysis reveals hidden restorations, varnish layers, and surface repairs. This technique expertly highlights subtle differences in varnish composition and historical interventions, providing critical insight into the instrument’s authenticity and precise condition.
INFRARED (IR) SCANS
Precision IR scanning allows us to see beneath varnish layers, expertly exposing internal wood grain orientation, distinctive tool marks, and crucial construction details. It’s invaluable in identifying specific maker characteristics and verifying instrument authenticity.
INFRARED REFLECTION IMAGE
Using advanced IR reflection imaging, we accurately detect layered or concealed elements within the instrument’s surface, highlighting critical structural details or hidden repairs that might not be visible otherwise, ensuring comprehensive internal assessment.
X-RAY IMAGING
enables us to examine the instrument’s internal structure without interference, capturing precise wood density, historical repairs, and internal reinforcements. This technique provides a clear view of construction integrity and previously hidden details for thorough instrument evaluation.
DENDROCHRONOLOGY
By meticulously analyzing tree-ring patterns in the wood, the expert dendrochronologist precisely determines the age and origin of the instrument’s spruce top. This specialized analysis helps verify its exact period and geographic origin, significantly enhancing its historical context and authentication.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
We conduct rigorous in-depth comparisons with known reference instruments from similar master makers or periods. This involves meticulously studying design details, precise proportions, and unique craftsmanship features that definitively connect the instrument to a specific tradition or maker, ensuring accurate historical attribution.
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The Path to Owning a Fine Antique Instrument
Step 1: Initial Consultation
We begin with a consultation to understand your needs, preferences, and desired qualities in an instrument, setting the foundation for a personalized search.
Step 2: Define a Budget
According to the definition of a price range, we make sure that a pre-selection of high-quality instruments for your consideration, are carefully chosen for its sound, craftsmanship and historical significance, garanteeing the best valueble options available within it.
Step 3: Curating a Selection
Based on your preferences and budget, we curate a tailored selection of the most suitable high-quality instruments for your consideration.
Step 4: Hands-On Trial Period
Experience selected instruments firsthand in our workshop or through a home trial, allowing you to connect with each instrument’s unique tonal range and playability. Our team is always open to find the best solutions to get the best candidates to you.
Step 5: Expert Advice and Due Diligence
Our team of experts will be by your side for any fine adjustments necessary to make the instruments sounding and playing at its best according to your personal preferences.
Step 6: Completing the Purchase and Ongoing Support
We facilitate the purchase process and provide ongoing support, including maintenance and our trade-in policy, ensuring your continued satisfaction and flexibility as your needs evolve. As part of our community, you’ll also gain access to exclusive benefits,
When I first took this violin into my hands, my mind was blown away by the power, depth and richness of its sound! At the same time, the upper register of this violin has a very sweet and bright timbre. The combination of powerful and rich, yet sweet and singing made this violin my “perfect match.
Had a truly wonderful experience. Amorim Fine Violins is a great place to visit if you need to find a new instrument, to fix your own or to get any advices regarding string instruments. People working there are super kind, welcoming and professional. Highly recommended!
Justina A. Rossi, Violinist
Amorim Fine Violins offers a rare collection of fine musical instruments from all eras.
The customer is welcomed by extremely kind and helpful staff, ready to carefully assist him in his choice, providing a beautiful location in the heart of Cremona to try out the instruments in complete tranquillity. They offer a complete, accurate and competent service, being themselves excellent luthiers and restorers.
Sara Pastine, Violinist
When I met the Amorim family for the first time in Cremona I felt a big trust from the start. They helped me to find my top level instrument with patience and professionalism. I appreciate the close collaboration which I can only recommend especially for those who are in the middle of the process to find their own Instrument. I bought a wonderful violin by Matteo Goffriller in the Amorim Workshop in Cremona.
Julian Fahrner, Concertmaster
Anyone who enters the family-run studio will be treated to the ultimate Cremona experience. An atmospheric and busy violin workshop, a beautiful small hall with a vaulted ceiling to try out the wonderful instruments (old and new) and the most charming people who are dedicated to make you find the perfectly matching instrument. All this is not limited to the pure business, but may also be, as it was in my case, expanded to include large acts of kindness, which I won't reveal. One has to find out for oneself, it is definitely worth a visit.
I am very happy with my beautiful Testore, which I am currently playing in its modern state for quartet rehearsals and I am looking forward to playing it after the conversion as a baroque violin.
Barbara Burgdorf, Violinist
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We offer you a truly bespoke and unique experience. We understand the process of acoustics and are able to adjust each instrument individually to its full potential, always focusing in extracting the best sound out of it. It doesn't matter if you're an experienced musician or just starting out; here, we will take our time with you and listen to your needs. Every matter is treated individually and carefully handled by us. Our shop is a place where artistry, craftsmanship and quality are at their best.
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Amorim Fine Violins Cremona
A FAMILY THAT TREATS INSTRUMENTS AS PIECES OF ART
Amorim Fine Violins is a family business, just like the workshops of Stradivari and Guarneri. Founded in 2001 by the renowned violin maker Luiz Amorim and his wife, Betina Schreiner. We bring our fine arts experience into the violin-making field. For more than ten years now, their sons Luan and Gaian have joined the firm, bringing strength to make it one of the most innovative and fast-growing companies in the violin business. We are in the market of violin making, restoration, and sale of violins, violas, cellos, and bows, and our mission is to provide musicians with instruments so they can uniquely express themselves.