The project gutenberg ebook of the violin, by george hart. Values of antique violins today violins came into the world back in the 16th century, when it had its first violin maker in history, andrea amati, in the 1500s. This old chappuy violin is in very playable condition but could use a little touch up. To display an indication of our prices in your own currency, select it from the list below. This example has a fine even grained spruce top and very nicely figured maple back. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. As jacob has pointed out, the label although a fair facsimile of a genuine chappuy label is a recent addition. While our instruments are not available for online purchase, we would love to have you stop by our shop to view them in person. A note reading book for violin students joanne martin.
The recognition of an original label is an essential part of authenticating an antique violin, and the presence of an original label will naturally enhance a violins value. Albert charles francis albert and he was born in freiburg. A very fine french violin made by nicolas augustin chappuy in 1773. You can find out the value of a violin by nicolas augustin chappuy and the amount you could expect if you sold your nicolas augustin chappuy violin at auction. These selections encourage expressive playing, and in a group setting, teach. It is from my favorite american violin maker, charles albert. People who voted on this list 50 dianna 7450 books 40 friends maria 653 books 128 friends.
This fine chappuy violin s flat table is part of its upright and slightly elongated model, and the goldenbrown attractively patinated varnish shows great simplicity whilst also revealing the fine. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time i comment. Alfreds ultimate movie instrumental solos series arranged for flute, clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, horn in f, trombone, violin, viola, cello, and optional piano accompaniment. As the books measure 300 mm by 460 mm, every detail of the beautiful. It contains 41 chapters of detailed repair description, 125 photographs, 60 technical illustrations and 18 patterns. Every tone is rich with clarity and produces a definite harmonic resonance that beautifully shapes the overall sharp sound of the instrument. These are the 12 most expensive violins of all time. Buy online, view images and see past prices for a good french violin by nicolas augustin chappuy paris, circa 1770, branded n. I really feel so encouraged after reading your smart violin playing book. Today i just received a fantastic violin by chappuy from fellow member geigen this is the second violin i have purchased from her and have been 100% satisfied.
Made and sold by henry thorowgood at the violin and guitar under the north piazza of the royal exchange, 17, london. In the 17th century, we had famous violin makers, antonio stradivari and andrea guarneri, each with their own unique craftsmanship of violins. I should also point out that my idea of good tone is subjective, but i do have consistent criteria and they are by and large the same as any professional players. All wind instrument arrangements are fully compatible, and can be successfully performed as ensembles or solos by students who have completed the first book of any standard band method. Violin identification and price guide, book 2 by ehrhardt, roy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. We are delighted to offer this wonderful chappuy violin. Violin appraiser how to identify an original violin label. He worked in mirecourt throughout much of his life and is considered one of the best french violin makers of his time period. Violins came into the world back in the 16th century, when it had its first violin maker in history, andrea amati, in the 1500s. In nearly all instances, an old case should be thrown away and a new case purchased. In 2006, this damaged violin was found in the attic of a home in britain. Agustus chappuy violin, made in paris, france, in 1760.
Add to cart to check availability and for more information. Elements of a tensionfree bow hand pre violin book 0. It is branded chappuy a paris underneath the makers crest on the button. Exchange rates used are spot rates or interbank rates and are not an exact representation of purchase price. Generally flatarched with large scrolls, sometimes ornatel. Nicolas augustin chappuy, historic french violin approx. Nicolas augustin chappuy is one of the symbolic french violin maker in the mid late 18th century.
Violin books 150 books meet your next favorite book. For roughly the price of a rehair the book navigates the world of fine bows with the eye of the author who has the experience of a professional musician and an inside and uptodate knowledge of the market. Violin by nicolas augustin chappuy auction results. Get traffic statistics, seo keyword opportunities, audience insights, and competitive analytics for tarisio.
I started learning the violin at the age of 15 because im always inspired by violinists since young. If you are interested in buying a new bow, please get in touch. Fine antique french violin by nicolas chappuy catawiki. Bromptons is delighted to offer complimentary violin appraisals for insurance, probate or sale purposes. This french violin by nicolas augustin chappuy is a classic example of the work produced by the mirecourt masters in the late 18th century, pieces which are still held in high regard today. Though from his short living time, chappuy produced. This violin is now sold, but you can still view its listing on our website. Popular classics for advanced ensemble or solo performance. A must for instrument owners, this guide provides illustrated stepbystep instructions for bow rehairing, repair and restoration of the violin, viola, cello and string bass. Labeled, augustinus chappuy, oiim parisiis nunc mirecurtig, fecit anno 1772. Spruce top, spruce and maple sides and back, ebony fingerboard and pegs, fine tuners. His work is very uneven and often careless in the selection of wood. The only exception i am aware of is a case covered in genuine alligator. May 10, 2017 a demonstration of a violin by nicolas augustin chappuy.
Features more than 100 richly detailed illustrations. Violin appraiser how to identify an original violin. Italian and french violin makers jost thone verlag. A demonstration of a violin by nicolas augustin chappuy. Fantastic chappuy violin the pegbox maestronet forums. Lso digital exhibition, violins of the lso violin festival. The deluxe edition is bound in black leather with florentine cover design limited supply of deluxe edition only 200 copies have been printed the content of both editions is identical the book contains over 400 color illustrations on 205 pages, many as sequential pictures of steps describing the restoration. After two years of indepth trace analysis it was proved this was the instrument used by hartley, who played, nearer, my god, to thee classical violin music during the titanics last moments.
How much is my nicolas augustin chappuy violin worth. Several writers observe that chappuy violins vary widely in quality, but this. Mb584 availability information availability information this item has been discontinued and we can only sell our remaining stock. Prolific, but a wide range of qualities and characteristic of both the mirecourt and vieux paris schools. An historic french violin by nicolas augustin chappuy, c. Nicolas augustin chappuy violin peter zaret and sons violins. If you currently own a nicolas augustin chappuy violin, click the button below to receive a free valuation. Since its completion in 1988 this manual has become the worlds leading source for information on violin repair and restoration. A french violin by augustin chappuy circa 1770 martin. His copies of stradivari and guarneri del gesu are inexact, as if he had never seen the originals. He produced an astounding amount of instruments in a variety of styles and qualities depending on the needs of his customers. The antique violins made by them are highly valuable in todays market. A good french violin by nicolas augustin chappuy paris, circ. Chappuys instruments varied in many categories, including.
The sound is of a charming character with depth, power and projection all together similar to the great italian contemporaries of this maker. Engels researches into the early history of the violin family, 1883a book containing much valuable evidence on the subjectthe author rightly remarks. Violin books books that feature violins or violinists. In addition to my daytoday work with fine instruments, the experience of working in an auction house for twelve years has enabled me to observe thousands of antiques.
Bromptons reference library, in association with claudio amighetti, provides you with the price of a violin by nicolas augustin chappuy from gardiner houlgate october 20 auction results. This violin is a rare and outstanding example, also a personal and most beautiful work of the maker. A french violin by augustin chappuy circa 1770 martin swan. As indicated on the original label, certified by the french leading expert j. French violin augustin chappuy it has three repair labels dating. Fine antique certified violin 1780 chappuy school etsy. Violin making and restoration books, bow making books. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques. The book of the violin hardcover january 1, 1984 by dominic gill author 5.
Nicolas augustin chappuy maker bromptons auctioneers. Please everyone let me know your thoughts on the violin. I picked up the violin during my college break, and i thought it will be hard for me, since i learn at 15. He was succeeded by his sons, charles and samuel, who worked about 177585. This violin is a rare, outstanding, 1st class example of a personal and most beautiful work of the maker. The playalong violin books cover a huge variety of songs and genres with more than 40 volumes, including classical favorites, country hits, christmas songs, jazz, classic rock, popular hits, and much more. Nicolas augustin chappuy born in 1730 in mirecourt, france, chappuy began his work as a violin maker in his hometown and later became active in paris as well. Born in 1730 in mirecourt, france, chappuy began his work as a violin maker in his hometown and later became active in paris as well. He worked in mirecourt throughout much of his life and is considered one of the best french violin makers of. The instrument is near perfect condition with all original varnish in place.
Just like you can see onpictures the instrument is in a very good condition. It is hard to find affordable violins of quality from the 1700s. The series is designed for intermediate to advanced students who want to learn more of their favorite violin pieces. This collection contains some of the wellloved salon type of music of the 19th century, arranged for violin ensemble performance and also edited for violin solo with piano. Please, check for my other violins nice very old 44 violin. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Here is your opportunity to own and play on a wonderful two hundred thirtyeight 238 year old ancient violin. The varnish is relatively new though the violin could be too. Full text of catalog of rare old violins, violas, violoncellos, bows of rare makes see other formats. However, to start with, its not a chappuy or any kind of vieux paris because every element of the model is wrong fholes, outline, scroll, button, edgework etc etc. A very fine french violin made by nicolas augustin chappuy in 1773, as indicated on the original label, certified by the french leading expert j. Valuable violin is a crossword puzzle clue that we have spotted over 20 times. It is available from amazon, and we normally have a few copies for sale. Identifying and appraising violin family instruments.
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