Etienne Perrin, antique French violin from around 1830 (certificate J.J. Rampal)

Etienne Perrin: Antique French violin with a professional sound

The French violin maker Etienne Perrin is an excellent master whose work represents the virtues of the early 19th-century Mirecourt school of violin making. Despite the high quality of his instruments, little is known about him and his family, which produced several interesting violin makers – which is why their story is primarily recorded in historical violins such as the one offered here.

• Perfectly preserved antique string instrument from the early 19th century
• Etienne Perrin stamp
• Certificate from J. J. Rampal
• Powerful, large and radiant, mature sound, rich in tone colors
• First-class masterpiece made from high-quality, beautiful tonewoods
• A historic varnish full of character

The craftsmanship that is evident in every detail of this Etienne Perrin violin is the work of a highly skilled master who was probably in his forties at the time of its creation. The one-piece top made of rare, beautiful, wide- to medium-grained spruce is an unconventional and sophisticated demonstration of his art, which is also articulated in the one-piece back made of mildly flamed maple. The violin's antique character is characterized by the wide, drawn-out corners, the extremely finely worked edge inlay and a dark orange-brown varnish that has developed a noble patina. This violin, which bears Etienne Perrin's brand stamp on the inside, has been checked and set up in our violin-making workshop and is in excellent condition. Its mature and radiant sound, with its richness of tone colors and powerful volume, meets the highest demands of professional musicians. Free shipping with 30-day money-back guarantee and Corilon's trade-in guarantee.