German Violoncello, Fritz Mueller, Leipzig

Description:

German Violoncello, Fritz Mueller, Leipzig, labeled Reproduction of/Antonius Stradivarius 1722/made by Fritz Mueller, branded FRITZ MUELLER/LEIPZIG, length of back 758 mm, with case and bow stamped W.H. SCHUSTER.
Estimate $800-1,200

Cracks next to button on back, long sound post crack in top, multiple cracks to top, repaired rib cracks, damage to head


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