Artur Friedhoff Calvo violin, Strad Titian model, 2022, Oakland CA | Metzler Violins

eference number: V-XXIX44-22

This violin is loosely based on the Stradivari P form.  The back is quarter cut maple in two pieces, with strong flame, descending from the center joint, and locating pins on the center joint intersected by the purfling.  The ribs and scroll are of the same maple.  The neck is internally reinforced with carbon fiber.  The lower ribs are in one piece.  The top is spruce of medium width, straight and regular grain, and the f-holes are in the Stradivari style.  The varnish is orange-brown, and antiqued.

The violin is accompanied by the maker's certificate of authenticity.