SOLD 8/4/16 - Pier Luigi Aromatico Fantoni

Mr. Fantoni is a maker and full-time teacher at the International School of Violin Making in Cremona, Italy. His work is beautifully crafted, using only the finest Italian and Bosnian woods available.

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Pier Luigi Aromatico Fantoni made this violin in 1995. The two-piece back is of nicely flamed Bosnian maple, with matching ribs and scroll. The top is of fine-grained Italian red spruce. The instrument is finished in a red-brown oil varnish. Original maker's certificate. $13,000.

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