Description:
Modern Violin, Luigi Rovatti, Buenos Aires, 1923, bearing the maker's label and handwritten inscription, length of back 360 mm, with wooden case.
Estimate $12,000-15,000
minor flecks and abrasions on top and back, rebushed pegs, tiny piece of purfling missing at top of upper bout on face, repaired crack on top of rib at upper bout, good condition overall.
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