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I just bought a French violin (~GBP 4000). I like the sound, and only know that it is from the Jerome Thibouville-Lamy firm. It does not come with a certificate. With attached photo (especially the labels inside the violin), would anyone have any possible suggestions of the background of this violin? For example, approximate year it is made, maker, model, etc… One of the tag says JTL, though I cannot take a photo showing the whole tag (hence attached a picture I found that looks the same as the one on my violin). The other tag has the number 5. Thank you.
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Hi all, I am currently looking to purchase a new cello. I'd like to gather some opinions on the instrument (can someone let me know how to upload photos?) and its authenticity. I am a player myself and know relatively little about makers and origins. It has rather large F-holes and a beautiful one-piece back (maple). The label reads: "Joannes Valletianus fecit Matrito anno 1799". Has anyone heard of this maker or seen and of his work? The varnish is mainly orange with hints of deeper red. The varnish on back is slightly harder and shinier. The back length is 752 mm. It has a fantastic sound (very rich and deep bass. Recently performed it alongside a G.B. Gabrielli instrument - the sound qualities were similar). I will post photos as soon as I understand how. Thanks a lot!
