The violin shown above is a lovely example of the fine quality of French copies of Stradivarius models. This one is a copy of a 1714 Strad executed by Amédée Couesnon in 1891. This violin is in very good condition despite heavy use and some damage. At some point in its life the violin suffered a full-length table break, running to the outside of the bass bar. This break has been securely repaired and reinforced. The left bout has some evidence of wood worm that has also been repaired. In spite of these flaws, the violin presents beautifully, with a gorgeously carved scroll and an exceptionally flamed back, a remarkable example of the aesthetic of the golden era of French violin making. This violin's representation of the aesthetic continues in its remarkable voice. A very special French violin for and special price of $4500.