Description:
English Violin, Frederick Cayford, London, 1887, labeled FREDERICK CAYFORD./Maker. London 1887, inscribed to the lower back Made by F. Cayford./No. 3 Winchester St Pimlico E.C.V./London. September 25/1887, inscribed to the upper back Violin made by/Frederick Cayford, length of back 360 mm.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
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