31st Jan, 2024 10:30 GMT/BST
Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools
12
Violin
14 1/8 two piece back, ebony fingerboard and tailpiece, with makers label 'Ch. J. B. Colllin-Mezin Luthier a Paris, Rue du Faub, Ploissonniere No.10 1888' appears to be signed in ink 'Collin-Mezin' on inner of back visible from treble f-hole
Sold for £3,000
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
Pegs appear to have been bushed. Some marks to varnish on lower bout back and marks to varnish and wood on both lower bout ribs. Appears to be no visible cracks or repairs.
Marks in varnish from age and use.
Auction: Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools, 31st Jan, 2024
The sale will offer a good range of brass, string, woodwind and electronic musical instruments, led by a 1963 Pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster, and two fine Selmer Mark VI Saxophones in outstanding condition.
Also of note are Leica cameras, a Curta Type I calculator, and a host of unusual items such as a collection of glass eyes.
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Tuesday 30 January 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am
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