Lot 220 a very fine italian violin by francesco and. Vincenzo came from a distinguished family of luthiers, the first of whom was his father, francesco rugeri. This fine, 20th century, antique italian composite violin is offered to the highest buyer with. His instruments are noted for their craftsmanship and tone quality. Does anybody have any info such as when it could have been made,where,an. What is a 1672 francesco ruggeri violin worth answers. This instrument features a maple construction with an ebony fingerboard, a beckers chin and shoulder rest, an etuna tailpiece and a wooden hard case with green velvet lining. Francesco ruggeri violin what your impression would be. This violin appears to show the clear influence of the great master, with arching close to.
Ii per in cremona lanno 1631 i cant be sure how old this violin actually is so info most welcome about the makers. Violins violin makers of the ruggieri family national museum of. Francesco ruggieri violin for sale online kennedy violins. Please contact our shop for current availability on instruments such as. His cellos are made with care and precision and are very pleasing to the eye. Cellos of the piatigorsky festival italian cello making. The instrument has a gutsy, bright, clear tone suitable for ensemble and solo playing. Records may include photos, original documents, family history, relatives, specific dates, locations and full names. This is going in an auction and i would like to know if it has any value. For power and tonal resonance, it compares with those of guadagnini. As well as providing us with some of the most memorable melodies and musicians, the skill and technique of the very best violin makers have enabled some instruments to acquire a treasured status due to their label. Jan 20, 2010 recently this cremonese violin by francesco ruggeri came through our workshop. Can you please help me figure out how much this violin is.
I bought this violin at an estate sale and i have looked up a couple of things about it, but i cant find out about the worth. Vincenzo rugeri 30 september 1663 4 may 1719 also known as ruger, rugier, rugieri, ruggeri, ruggieri, ruggerius, was an italian luthier of string instruments such as violins, cellos, and, violas in cremona, italy. This violin and all our other fine instruments are for sale at the violineri in melbourne please contact us by phone or use the form below. We specialize in antique and vintage artwork, books, collectibles, furniture. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. By 1640 all this has changed, and we see the art of violin making reviving. During more than a decade in brussels, he acquired a unique cross cutting experience across significant areas of ec law and the associated political process. Regarding the pandemic of novel coronavirus covid19. Claire wells plays some of the highlights from our october 23rd auction. It has not been possible to examine the certificate of.
The workmanship is excellent and the wood selection is beautiful. The two families certainly had close a social relationship, with amati acting as godfather to one of rugeris sons. Was the 17thcentury maker francesco rugeri trained by nicolo amati. Please give me your location, and i will recommend qualified appraisers in your area. Ernst heinrich roth 1923 princeton violins violin maker. Ostwalds death, the violin has been donated to the san francisco conservatory of music by the family of the late dr. Violin makers of the ruggieri family smithsonian homepage. Most have relied on a small map, first printed in george harts book the violin. The post is loose and it needs strings and reconditioned.
In the pages of this book perhaps the most comprehensive survey. Francesco rugier or ruger detto il per in cremona, 1686. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. It has a very mild and warm sound in the hall, yet under the ear it has a high, brilliant, silvery voice, very different from that. Francesco rugeri also known as ruger, rugier, rugeri, ruggeri, ruggieri, ruggerius, was the first of an important family of luthiers, the casa rugeri in cremona, italy. As a professional violin shop we carry rare and contemporary italian, german, and french fine instruments. Antique francesco ruggeri anno 1675 labeled 44 old violin. The ruggieri is modeled on the grand amati pattern, its broad flat arching giving it tremendous power. Ostwald, in order to establish a scholarship fund in his name. Violin copy of francesco ruggieri 1679 hofner h225frv the best price at elcoda online music store. Violin by francesco ruggeri, cremona 1675 c auction results. Violin makers of the ruggieri family smithsonian institution. You can find out the value of a violin by francesco ruggeri and the amount you could expect if you sold your francesco ruggeri violin at. View the profiles of people named francesco ruggeri.
Francesco ruggeri is an actor, known for anni felici 20, monotonia 2012 and i bambini hanno gli occhi 2010. Violin by francesco ruggeri, cremona 1675 c auction. There is no record of rugeri on the census of the amati household, however, so it is likely that rugeri was merely influenced by, rather than taught by, his cremonese contemporary. Francesco married ippolito ravasi in 1652 in the church of san bernardo. Hello all, i am new here and would first like to say hi. They had a total of 10 children six sons and 4 daughters although some died young. Francesco rugeri has traditionally been considered a student of nicolo amati, although there is no documentary evidence that he was present in the amati workshop. Instruments we have sold by this maker looking to buy or sell an instrument by this. Francesco rugeri has traditionally been considered a student of nicolo amati, although there is no documentary evidence that he. Francesco ruggeri cremona model 1639 2 pc neck 1 pc back antique violin fiddle subtitle. Many scholars have attempted to determine the exact location of the casa amati. It has the franceso ruggeri dett il per in cremona l anno 1675this is what i can make out label but below that it is stamped made in germany. At auction, his violins have increased at an average annual rate of 3. Ruggeri label violin the violineri melbourne australia.
She described it as a very good imitation of the original strad. A pupil of nicolo amati, he patterned his instruments, with some modifications, after those of that master. Historical certificate of emil herrmann new york, stating the instrument as an original work of francesco ruggieri. Antique violin oak back no maker label quite heavy dark red brown stain w case. These violins are beautiful both in sight and sound. Label reads francesco ruggieri detto il per cremona 1675 made in germany. We also took this violin to the museum of nature to be photographed which i will present later.
While i doubt its authenticity,it does appear to be a decent copy. French violin makers, german violin makers, english violin makers, antonio stradivari italian violin makers click on the name of the maker for more information. In good condition for his age compared to the violin. Francesco was the finest maker from this family of great makers. Interior marked francesco ruggeri dett il peri in cremona ianno 16. Rugier or ruger is the cremona patois rendering of ruggeri. Violin copy of francesco ruggieri 1679 hofner h225frv elcoda. Recently this cremonese violin by francesco ruggeri came through our workshop. Instead, it is possible that you have an older copy of one of his violins, which could be very valuable. Vintage francesco ruggeri copy full size violin and case. There was a price difference in those days of 3 to 1 on amati vs.
Its famous makers and players, and frequently reprinted in magazines and books on the classic violin makers. Francesco ruggeri dett il per in cremona lanno 1695. It is on consignment with no price, but available upon request. Simply put, moreys is a classy, lowkey music store specializing in stringed instrumentsif you are looking for violins, violas, cellos, etc. Cello by francesco rugeri cremona, 1678 francesco rugeri was certainly the most productive cello maker in cremona during the golden age of violin making. Francesco rugeri is traditionally thought to have been nicolo amatis earliest pupil.
A fine italian violin by francesco ruggieri, cremona circa. With the information i gathered i will make a copy of this violin sometime soon. Jun 17, 2011 francesco ruggeri was born in 1645, so he could not have made your violin. Join facebook to connect with francesco ruggeri and others you may know. Francesco ruggeri violin in original case the twopiece back of strong narrow curl, the ribs similar, the scroll of light curl, the top of fine to medium grain, the varnish of a goldbrown color. May 05, 2006 hello all, i am new here and would first like to say hi. Rugeri violin francesco rugeri, one of the greatest cremonese violin makers of the 17th century, crafted this extraordinary classical italian instrument in 1672.
I came across an ernst heinrich roth ruggeri copy dated 1924 in a guitar shop that mostly caries old guitars and old amps. Back of one piece of curly maple with irregular curl. Lots of original varnish, restored soundpost crack in the back. Francesco ruggiero historical records and family trees. I know that labels arent dependableand i know that this cant be a ruggieri, but when. An insiders guide to violin labels strings magazine. A very fine italian violin by francesco and vincenzo rugeri ruggieri, cremona circa 1700 for sale in bromptons 23rd october 2017 auction. Sep 25, 2009 i bought this violin at an estate sale and i have looked up a couple of things about it, but i cant find out about the worth. Ruggeri laderchi focuses on litigation and restructuring, with a specific focus on litigation before the european courts and restructuring issues. Francesca has also recently published her first book, tra le note. Ruggieri lived and worked from 16301698, and may have been an apprentice of nicolo amati. The francesco ruggieri violin from kennedy violins is the deal you are looking for. I was surprised by the difference it makes in the hall and under the ear.
Attributed to francesco ruggeri, but dated the eighteenth century. This ruggeri violin is an aural as well as visual masterpiece. Francesco ruggieri, a violin, cremona, 1694 christies. Violin labeled ernst heinrich roth 1923, markneukirchen and francesco ruggeri. You can find out the value of a violin by francesco ruggeri and the amount you could expect if you sold your francesco ruggeri violin. The instruments of this maker, like those of many others of his class, have passed for the works of ruggeri, and sometimes of amati. Claudio ruggeri has 32 books on goodreads with 908 ratings. The violin society of america the stati danime of s.
Oct 15, 2015 nicole crespo plays some of the highlights from our november 2nd auction. Lot 195 a very fine italian violin by francesco rugeri. We took the time to measure and photograph it, before returning it to its very kind owner. Characterful individual instruments with relatively long centre bouts and a slightly higher arching than was usual with nicolo amati. A vintage francesco ruggeri copy full size 44 violin with case. It has a very mild and warm sound in the hall, yet under the ear it has a high, brilliant, silvery voice, very different from that of other cremonese violins such.
Nicole crespo plays some of the highlights from our november 2nd auction. I recently heard this francesco ruggeri violin labeled nicolo amati in a concert and played it afterwards. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. From its emergence in the 16th century, the violin has played a leading role in classical music. Francesca is based in london, and plays on a precious francesco ruggeri violin cremona 1697. The productivity of his workshop, just outside the walls of the city, could be partially explained by the assistance of his four violin maker sons. Ruggieri s instruments sold for a mere three pistoles at the time. Here you can see lot 108, a violin by francesco ruggieri, circa 1715 available to view now. This store has been owned and operated by three generations, and all are upholding the integrity that was there from the start. Francesco ruggeri cremona model 1639 2 pc neck 1 pc. Here we examine 10 of the luthiers with their most famous violin labels. There is a slight likeness about the soundhole to the work of francesco ruggeri.
Project gutenberg s the violin and old violin makers, by a. The violin bears the label of francesco ruggeri, dett il per in cremona ianno 1675. Francesc o ruggieri detto il per cremona 1694 original in all its parts. Violin of a ruggeri family member after 1700 sold with label facsimile.
Francesco is the founder of the rugeri family of violin makers. Historical records and family trees related to francesco ruggiero. Can you please help me figure out how much this violin is worth. Bromptons reference library, in association with claudio amighetti, provides you with the price of a violin by francesco ruggeri from sothebys june 2001 auction results. Offering a francesco ruggieri antique violin, made in cremona, italy. Mason clarke this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere in the united states and most other parts of the world at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever.
Just the other day another strings reader wrote inquiring about the value and authenticity of his violin. His violins are inspired by nicolo amatis grand amati pattern. I really would like to know if it is even worth looking into the value or if its probably just a student violin. Jan 06, 20 i have a francesco ruggeri violin woriginal case and bow. Here, you can see lot 195, a very fine italian violin by francesco rugeri, circa 1690 available to view now.
Guadanini, carlo tononi, francesco ruggieri and others. Like most readers who write to us, trying to eek out information about a mystery fiddle, he carefully transcribed the faded, dusty label visible through the fhole on the bass side. Based on the amati grand pattern violins, this rugeri violin measures 355 mm 14 long. If you would like to get your violin appraised, it must be done in person. Claudio ruggeris most popular book is il fantasma del commissario italian edition. Francesco antonio bonporti would have been 77 years old at the time of death or 343 years old today. Joseph rocca fecit premiato di medaglie alle esposizione di torino,genova,londra parigi. Francesco was the first to develop a smaller cello design, which has.
Antonio stradivarius, giuseppe guarneri del gesu, j. Vtg francesco ruggeri model violin cremona 1663 w faux leather case. Three of his six sons followed his footsteps in string instruments making. Francesco ruggeri was born in 1645, so he could not have made your violin. I have a francesco ruggeri violin woriginal case and bow.
Can anyone with knowlede of labels help out as of the history or date of a violin with such a label. Every aspect of the craftsmanship of the instruments, which date from 1655. A contemporary of nicolo amati and antonio stradivari, francesco ruggieri made elegant instruments that are moderately priced by comparison. Francesco rugeri, violin, cremona, 1698, the ostwald.