Holstein Bench Cannone 1743 Violin with Antique Finish

This instrument had some varnish damage on the back. We have added some varnish to fix the area which has given it a slightly antiqued appearance. The appearance is no longer perfect, but this new violin still sounds great.

The Holstein Bench Cannone 1743 Violin is inspired by the "Il Cannone" violin made in 1743 by Guarneri Del Gesu. This violin is bench made (handmade by one master luthier).

The Holstein Bench Cannone 1743 Violin is set up by our Master Luthier and undergoes our famous 10-point inspection before it's tested and shipped.

Known as "Il Cannone" (the Canon) for the powerful and sonorous quality of its tone, it was the favorite instrument of Nicolò Paganini. Crafted by the renowned Cremonese violin maker Giuseppe Guarneri (known as del Gesù), this instrument is considered one of his masterpieces. The violin has distinct features that set it apart from modern instruments, including a slightly shorter and thicker sound box, and a markedly curved neck. Its tone is distinctly bright, yet full.

Holstein Bench Cannone 1743 Violin Specifications:

• Modern Italian style varnish 
• Aged select European spruce and select maple sourced from high altitude forests (100+ year old wood, aged and dried 20+ years)
• Highest quality hill-style ebony fittings
• Highest quality Ebony fingerboard
• Hand-carved professional level Holstein Deluxe Bridge
• Thomastik Peter Infeld Strings
  
• Comes with a quality oblong case

Original "Il Cannone" Dimensions:

Length of back: 35.4 cm
Upper bout: 16.8 cm
Middle bout: 11.1 cm
Lower bout: 20.7 cm 

Still not convinced?
You can request this violin on an In-Home-Trial, or request a personal video. If you can't decide between two models, we can record and send a comparison video for you to pick and choose. Chat with us, send us an email, or give us a call (800-595-0592) for a professional consultation.