Description:
German Violin, Ascribed to Johann Karl Klotz, labeled Joan. Carol Kloz/Mittenwald Anno 1788, length of back 362 mm, with case and two bows stamped ALBERT NÜRNBERGER and VUILLAUME.
Certificate: Robert Portukalian, 1981, (copy only).
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Multiple top cracks including sound post. Minor rib cracks and buckled rib at lower block. Cracks to upper back.
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Keywords
Johann Karl Klotz, Robert Portukalian, Carol KlozFine Musical Instruments
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