Hi Michele,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Julius Altrichter ran a prominent instrument factory in Frankfurt/Oder around 1880–1911. He produced Italian-model violins and bows for workshop-level market, often stamped or labeled in his name. Instruments survive in auctions and collections; they offer good historical value and playability, though they are not considered rare masterpieces and usually sell for less than $3,000 when sold at auction. If he did not make this violin, at least he made the case it presently comes with.

All of the reputable violin makers- whether Italian, German or elsewhere - labeled their instruments; lacking a label could be a deterrent to a high price at auction. Based on the condition of this violin, it would likely sell at auction for between $700 and $900.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Germany full-sized violin
purportedly Southern Bavaria, early 20th Century
With lined and fitted hard case from Julius Altrichter, Frankfurt
Full sized
CONDITION: This violin appears to be in good condition; value assumes no damage and this has good musicality
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$700-900
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia