“An English violin by Lockey Hill c.1800”

An excellent violin by Lockey Hill of the famous Hill family, made in London c.1800. The back is constructed from a beautiful, deeply flamed piece of maple, one-piece with a fine, transparent golden red varnish over the top. A typically English feature of the period is the boxwood purfling decorating the edges of the front and back. Lightweight and robust, it is a high performing violin, as well as a piece of history.

Tonally the violin is quite striking, with a strong, confident sound. Clear and fresh with very woody overtones, it has classic vintage sound. It would excel in quartet, orchestral and soloist situations when needed. Paired with Pirastro Perpetual strings for directness, it is one to be tried.

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Certification: Certified by Ruschil London