Stradivarius violin
Was in the heirloom for approximately 200 years
Came from Germany. I am from Germany.
Inherited
Maybe
Hi John,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
For some recent auction prices of German Stradivarius violins, you might look at the results at this link: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/search/?keyword=german%20stradivarius%20violin&sort=-saleStart&status=archive (it's a free site but you might have to register to see prices).
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A near antique German Stradivarius full size violin
made after 1921
interior with printed paper label, spruce front, maple back, in a humidity monitored hardcase
14 inch body, 23 1/2 inch overall length
CONDITION: Not examined in person but appears to be in good condition with wear appropriate for age and use.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$200-300*
*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, and thank you again for using Mearto.
Much better photos - thank you!
I still need to know the size (overall length or length of the body).
An online source I frequently refer people to is, which tells me that this was made after 1921 based on the term "Made in Germany":
https://www.benningviolins.com/the-stradivarius-violin-label-what-it-means.html
Once I know the size, I can finish this appraisal.
23 1/2 overall
14 body
Thanks, John, you're all set.
I know it is pre 1920. Was told in the family it was 1798 to 1875 when purchased.