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Lot 104
1920's Andreas Morelli Professional Violin with G.A. Pfretzchner Bow
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $20 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $200 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $50,000 | $1,000 |
1920's Andreas Morelli Professional Violin made by the Karl Hermann Company in Marineukirchen Germany. Inside label has printed script reading," Andreas Morelli Hand-Made Reproduction" with a Griffin pictured and on the label is handwritten, "Professional Violin, Antonius Stradivarius Anno 1735." Violin is constructed with a Spruce top and Maple back and side ribs. Comes with a G.A. Pfretzchner Bow made of brazilwood with Mother of Pearl inlays. Also comes with second bow labeled "Glasser" and a hard shell case.
Back plate measures 14" long and whole instrument is just over 23" in length.
Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, NV pickup. $25 invoice transfer to the Annex Facility in Sacramento. Shipping via FedEx Ground/Home with signature required for $100 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Reduced shipping available for multiple lot purchases when possible.
Violin is in good overall condition. Please see photos.
Condition
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