About Antique Violins

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  Violins, especially antique violins, are precious.  It is part of the reason this venture was started - for love of the violin, and the beautiful sound that arises from wood aged hundreds of years old.  Every antique violin we see has developed a unique patina and tone, many with an appealing, mature sound - especially those that were hand-crafted with great passion and care.  Like wine, fine violins mature well with age.

 

  Antique violins are highly sought after amongst violinists and can be extremely valuable.  Their value can vary from very little to millions, depending on its provenance, care history, and condition. Often an antique violin's value will be very high because both wealthy collectors and players seek them.  However, please keep in mind that just because a violin is an antique, it does not mean it is superior in value or sound in comparison with a newer violin, and vice versa.  Each violin's value or quality depends on a lot of factors.  These include the kind of wood used, how long the wood was aged, the experience and skill of the luthier, the rarity and quality of the violin maker's violins, etc.  Antique violins also are more likely to need occasional repair, as the wood can be hundreds of years old.

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  With that said, violins - especially antique violins - are special! They each have a character unique unto their own. Even two violins from the same maker will be different from each other in many aspects - but all antique violins hold a special beauty. Additionally, from a practical and environmental standpoint, it is important to value and cherish an antique instrument for as long as its soul can live.

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