Guanarious Violin
A 3/4 1728 Joseph Guanarious violin. Bought for my mother in the 1930's by my grandfather from a used instrument store near Pittsburgh PA. The original label is intact but difficult to get good pictures of. The label claims the maker, year and Christian cross with IHS below. It also says "German Manufacture". Joseph's name is followed by the word "fecit"
From my mother. It was repaired by a gentleman in the 80's who offered us any 2 violins in his store for trade. He was very disappointed we did not trade him. Never new why.
Inherited
Maybe
Hi Jack,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage 3/4 German copy of a Joseph Guenarious violin"
late 19th/early 20th Century
printed label inscribed "Joseph Guenarious fecit / Cremonae anno 1728 / IHS (below a Cross) / German Manufacture"
3/4 size
two-piece maple back
CONDITION: in restored condition
PROVENANCE: inherited
$500-700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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Hello, when will I get an update?
Apologies for the delay, Jack, you're all set.
Joseph Guanarious fecit
Cremonae anno 1728
IHS (below a Cross)
German Manufacture
Hope this all helps.