paris andrew violin, 2024

Based on a Santo Seraphino model, this violin is full of character, with high arching and a ballerina bridge delivering a sweet yet bright and bold tone. Lightly antiqued with a reddish varnish with a golden ground. Set up by the maker, Paris Andrew in her workshop in Florence. See below for more details about this celebrated maker.

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measurements

Back length: 356mm
Upper Bout: 166mm
Middle bout: 114mm
Bottom bout: 205mm
String length: 326mm
Neck stop: 130mm
​Body stop: 193mm

About paris andrew

Yorkshire-born Paris Andrew initially apprenticed under the guidance of the renown harpsichord maker and restorer Fergus Hoey. She then attended the violin making school at Merton, in London, under Master maker Keith Graves. “As I embarked on my professional life, my desire to grow and learn as an artisan led me to study under Maestro Francesco Algieri to master the art of the Tuscan style, and also Maestro Fabio Chiari, who trained me in the construction of baroque instruments.” Four years ago, Paris moved to Florence, Italy, where she found the time, space and stimulus to finally create her own workshop. Inspired by the architecture and colours of the city of Florence, and the rich countryside that surrounds her atelier, Paris specialises in the construction of baroque instruments with the traditional Cremonese violin making method.