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I recently acquired an Andreas Amati trade violin from an auction website. It was described on the auction site as a Baroque "Bohemian" violin in need of a repair/restoration. Attached are images of this violin for your perusal. It has a two part Spruce top and two part Maple bottom with Maple sides (see images) Inside the violin is the printed label: "Andreas Amati fecit Cremonae anno 16" I understand that this is obviously a typical label found in a host of trade violins from various sources. What perhaps intrigues me most about this violin is that it is stamped "PARIS" on the button (see first image). Perhaps one or more of the experts out there can indicate if this stamp refers to the name of the maker or to the location as Paris in France, where the trade workshop may have been located. Any other additional information on this particular violin would be helpful. A value estimate based on a full restoration and setup would also be appreciated, if that is possible. It is obviously in need of some repairs, which I intend to do, but it would be nice to know more about it before I proceed. Thanks in advance for any information you may be able to provide.
