A Violin by Lorenzo Storioni

Violin by Lorenzo Storioni, “Countess Pestalozzi”, Cremona, 1778

Cremona, 1778

This violin is a remarkable example of one of the most celebrated late cremonese makers. Storioni instruments remain highly prized by musicians and collectors to this day, his violins are particularly prized for their exceptional tonal qualities, with a rich, powerful sound. Alongside the beautiful sound of this instrument, it also carries an interesting piece of history. More

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      This violin is a remarkable example of Storioni's work. Still, within the wide margin of variance of his style and designs, this violin portrays a moment of continuous experimentation in his career. Compared to a few of his previous instruments, this violin presents a flatter arching in both plates and narrower ribs, which gives it a resonant rewarding tone. The wider and rounder edges, the more consistent fluting all along the deeply inlaid purfling, and the more elongated purfling joints at the corners show that the experiments also took place in a constructive and aesthetical perspective—a concrete sign of development and maturity in his crafting. The scroll shows precise and resolute outlines.   This Storioni violin was the property of an important member of the Pestalozzi family, Countess Maria de Pestalozzi Carafoli from Cremona, throughout the 20th century. The violin has fine documentation of provenance that goes all the way back to 1924, when Sgarabotto first analyzed it. In 1937, on the occasion of the bicentenary of Stradivari's death, this violin was displayed at the Antique Cremonese violin-making exhibition in Cremona.  

      Lorenzo Storioni

      Lorenzo Storioni, a renowned violin maker, was inspired by the legacy of "Del Gesù" and created his own style with a strong personality. He was considered one of the main keepers of the Cremonese tradition in the late 1700s, alongside G.B. Ceruti and the Bergonzi family. Storioni's instruments are known for their brilliant and powerful sound. Learn more

      dimensions

      Back Length
      352 mm
      Upper Bout
      162 mm
      Center Bout
      107 mm
      Lower Bout
      201 mm
      String Length
      329 mm

      sound characteristics

      This violin has a powerful and open sound with an impressive balance. It is waiting for the opportunity to be played in a great concert.

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          Codice fiscale 01676710195 – Partita Iva 01676710195 | PIAZZA MARCONI 8 - 26100 CREMONA CR | Numero R.E.A. 192776 | Registro Imprese di CREMONA n. 01676710195 | Capitale Sociale € 50.000,00 i.v.