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Here is a list of violins for more advanced violinists who are looking for a nice-sounding instrument. I have met the seller and tried all four violins (Marina Solarek) . All violins have been valued by stringers.
¾ Size Violin
Our lovely violin is 100-150 years old. It is ¾ size, factory-made, probably in Germany. It has recently been put into perfect playing order by renowned maker and repairer, Tibor Szemmelveisz, who confirms its perfect condition. It comes with a with good quality case. It has been suggested that we ask £800 ono. We live in Muswell Hill and we would be happy for anyone to arrange to see the violin and try playing it.
Contact Hilary Plant, 07739 464 533
Email – hilaryplant@blueyonder.co.uk
Violin
Suitable for a student. It was chosen for me by my teacher at the Junior Royal Academy of Music. It is German, non-labelled, made circa 1895 -1905, all verified by Stringers in St John’s Wood. The condition is good, with just one small section which requires re-gluing, which Stringers said was very minor and would cost around £80/100 to repair. It needs new strings etc, but is in otherwise good condition. There is no bow. The value by Stringers and another independent valuer is £1800-2200. I would accept an offer. I live in Golders Green, NW11, and you are welcome to view by arrangement.
Contact: 07733 272 186, susannebramson@hotmail.com
½ Size Violin, copy of Antonius Stradivarius
Only 650 of this type in existence.
The bow is a Primavera bow and is made from hardwood.
Price: £180
Contact henry@youthmusiccentre.uk
4/4 Size Violin
A beautiful late 19th century instrument. Labelled “James Cole, Manchester 1883”, but definitely imported from Germany (probably Dresden).
Selling for only £3,000 (valued by Stringers at £4,500+ retail!)
Contact adam.cigmanmark@cantab.net or 07879 620 803
4/4 Alfred G. Collisson c1900 Violin and W.E. Hill & Son Bow
The violin belonged to my late grandmother. It is in very good condition and has been recently valued by Stringers London at £3500 for the violin and £2500 for the bow (see photos). I have also recently had Stringers’ review the instrument where they re-haired the bow and made other small repairs (see photos). I’m looking to sell at around the valuation price.
07971 411381
¾ Size Cello
£3250
German Cello. Early 1900’s. In very good condition. Price includes the case.
It has been played and enjoyed by our daughter for two and a half years whilst at Primary Academy.
Contact Lana Green on 07930 364 792.
Full Size Cello
Full size cello for sale, which has been valued at between £6000 and £8000
Contact David Abrahams on 07724 894 145
¾ size cello with soft case
Made by Michael Poller Geigenmacher, Mittenwald an der Tfar.
It’s in very good condition for £500.00 and
Bow Erich Steiner £200.00
Contact Rosalie on 07946 099 883
Cello – Nearly new, full size
Pristine and including rigid fibreglass case, bow, music stand, assorted music books etc.
We bought the cello new in 2012 from Stringers, an extremely reputable music shop in London, with expertise in cellos. Proof of purchase can be provided.
It is ‘as new’ i.e. in excellent condition. I have been speaking to Stringers about a fair re-sale price and they have said £1,250 and I would consider very good offers in this price range.
The cello is called ‘superior’ and it was made in China and then finished in London workshop.
The condition of this cello is fantastic – the price includes the rigid fibreglass case (very expensive to purchase and in pristine condition), bow, metal music stand, selected cello books etc. My daughter has now decided that she will no longer be playing cello and has just left for University; thus the sale.
We live in North Finchley and I am happy for you to come and try it out before deciding.
It needs tuning (my daughter is not at home to tune) – so come prepared to tune it!
Contact Katy at katyruthgreen@aol.com or on 07951 415 699.