Vintage Fuessen Style German 4/4 Violin
A distinctive early 19th-century Eastern German modernised baroque violin, exhibiting Füssen-style craftsmanship. This full-sized instrument features a rich chestnut brown varnish over a golden-yellow ground, with a beautifully aged patina along the edgework. Its unique dimensions include a shorter neck and an extended body stop, contributing to its richly resonant and powerful tonal qualities.
A distinctive early 19th-century Eastern German modernised baroque violin, exhibiting Füssen-style craftsmanship. This full-sized instrument features a rich chestnut brown varnish over a golden-yellow ground, with a beautifully aged patina along the edgework. Its unique dimensions include a shorter neck and an extended body stop, contributing to its richly resonant and powerful tonal qualities.
A distinctive early 19th-century Eastern German modernised baroque violin, exhibiting Füssen-style craftsmanship. This full-sized instrument features a rich chestnut brown varnish over a golden-yellow ground, with a beautifully aged patina along the edgework. Its unique dimensions include a shorter neck and an extended body stop, contributing to its richly resonant and powerful tonal qualities.
Product Information
This exceptional unlabelled modernised baroque violin, crafted in the early to mid-1800s, reflects the esteemed Füssen school of violin making. Füssen, recognized as the cradle of European lute and violin craftsmanship, significantly influenced German luthiery traditions.
The violin's aesthetic appeal is highlighted by its rich chestnut brown varnish overlaying a golden-yellow ground. Over time, this combination has developed a captivating patina, particularly along the edgework, enhancing its historical character.
In terms of dimensions, the instrument presents:
Neck Length: 124mm
Body Stop Length: 202mm
Working String Length: 326mm
Body Length (excluding button): 361mm
These measurements, featuring a shorter neck and a longer body stop, are characteristic of certain baroque violins. Such proportions contribute to the instrument's unique tonal properties, offering a richly resonant sound with powerful tones and subtle overtones, complemented by effortless response.
Currently, the violin is fitted with Larsen Aurora strings, known for their clarity and projection, further enhancing its dynamic range and playability.
This instrument is an excellent choice for musicians and collectors seeking a violin that embodies historical European craftsmanship with modern playability.
Violins from the Füssen school are distinguished by their meticulous craftsmanship and unique design elements, including variations in neck length and body proportions, contributing to their distinctive tonal characteristics.
Professional Set-Up
At Bridge Street Violins, we offer a comprehensive professional setup that goes above and beyond the basic factory setup provided by most other shops. Each violin is carefully adjusted by our expert luthier to ensure optimal sound and playability. Depending on the instrument, this setup may include:
Peg adjustment
Fingerboard resurfacing (if necessary)
Top nut adjustment
Sound post and bridge fitting
String height adjustments
Tailored settings for enhanced playing comfort
This service ensures your violin is fully prepared for high-quality performance, tailored to your individual needs. It’s a level of care that sets us apart from other retailers who typically offer a basic factory setup.
How Long Will My Order Take to Arrive?
We’re a small, family-run workshop with a big focus on quality. For all the details on our delivery times, shipping options and how we’re working to reduce our carbon footprint, see our Delivery Information page.
Postage Options
Once your cello has been set up to perfection, we offer the following delivery options:
Free Local Collection: You are welcome to collect your instrument free of charge from our workshop near Lincoln.
UK Delivery: We’ll dispatch your violin anywhere in the UK, with a postage charge applied at checkout.
EU Delivery: We are happy to arrange shipping within the EU, a postage charge will be applied at the checkout.
International Delivery: Worldwide shipping is available with some exceptions. Please get in touch for an individual quote.
Violin Care Tips
To keep your violin in great condition and ensure it maintains its best sound, we recommend the following care tips:
Storage: Always store your violin in a cool, dry place. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity, as these can affect the wood.
Cleaning: Clean your violin regularly with a soft cloth to remove dust and rosin build-up. Be careful not to touch the varnish with your fingers.
String Care: Check your strings for wear and replace them when necessary. Avoid over-tightening the strings, as this can cause unnecessary stress on the instrument.
Bow Maintenance: Loosen the bow hair after playing and wipe the stick with a dry, soft cloth to remove rosin dust, preventing build-up and protecting the finish.
Customer Support
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point during your purchase or after receiving your violin, our team is here to help. Whether you have inquiries about delivery, setup, or care, feel free to contact us, and we'll be happy to assist.
