J. B Collin-Mezin Violin Mirecourt 1921

This violin is from the workshop of Collin-Mezin, one of the most prolific violin-making workshops in France at the turn of the 20th century.

The violin is labelled "Ch. J.-B. Collin-Mezin Fils / nº17 Maitre-Luthier 1921 / Médaille D'Or - Exposition Universelle 1900 / Collaborateur Paris." The body measures 359mm along the back, 170mm across the upper bouts and 206mm across the lower bouts. It has a two-piece back of well-flamed maple with a medium curl, with matching ribs and scroll. The top is a finely grained spruce of even growth, and the violin has been finished with an amber-brown varnish and rosewood pegs. It is in good condition. 

It has a rounded sound, full of character, and with the smoothness consistent with many other antique French violins. The lower register is rich without roughness, and the upper register is sweet and clear. This violin would suit a musician in late high-school or tertiary study very well, especially if they're looking to take the next step in their performance journey. 

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