An interpretation of

Carlo Bergonzi 1736 Violin.

VI021 2 Piece Back
VI022 1 piece Back (Illustrated)
Available Size: 4/4 Only
Strings available separately.


Carlo Bergonzi’s instruments are extremely rare and rank just behind Stradivari and Guarneri in significance. Little is known of Bergonzi’s life but elements of both of the great masters can be identified in his work as well as evidence showing a connection with the Rugeri family.


Handmade and hand varnished violin.

Available in One or Two piece back in selected highly figured maple with matching ribs and scroll; table in two pieces of selected spruce of narrow grain.

Hand applied varnish with an antiqued aspect.

Rosewood pegs with Paris eye, matching tailpiece and chinrest.

Fitted French Despiau bridge and fitted high quality sound post.