Fine Old 4/4 German Violin made by Louis Lowendall in 1880 Dresden
A Fine Old 4/4 German Violin. Made by Louis Lowendall, in Dresden, 1880. Stamped Internally with the Makers Insignia.
Watch and Listen to this outstanding Instrument being played by professional musician Dan Carney. This sophisticated violin was crafted during Louis Löwenthal's time in Dresden; it is a successful replica of a model by Guarneri.
The exceptionally successful atelier owner and instrument merchant, Löwenthal (Lowendall) is said to have made his first attempts at crafting violins during his boyhood in Kaliningrad; His early and intense enthusiasm for making stringed instruments is seen as one reason for the immediate success which Löwenthal enjoyed throughout his professional life. He matured into a good musician, luthier, and bow maker, opened his own music shop in 1855.
He was quickly able to hire many talented assistants and renowned Masters such as Heinrich Knopf, and his business gained international recognition. The Violin's stylish finish is an excellent compliment to its wonderful sound: clear, rich in overtones, radiant, with a voice which unfolds with great responsiveness. Meticulously set up with genuine quality Rose Wood Fittings a really well shaved and shaped Bridge, Brand New Thomastik Dominant Strings - Ready to play! We thoroughly recommend this Violin as a particularly Fine and Pleasing instrument to be played in any setting. This item is in the category "Musical Instruments\String\Orchestral\Violins".The seller is "uniqueviolins" and is located in this country: AU. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Size: 4/4
- Handmade: Yes
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
- Instrument: Violin
- Experience Level: Advanced
- Number of Strings: 4
- Finish: Varnish
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Body Material: Maple
- Brand: Louis Lowendall