Gaetano Gadda
Auction price history
Highest auction price
£35,559
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Labelled Gaetano Gadda di Mantova, premiato con Medaglia d'Oro, Allievo di Stefano Scarampella ... | March 2025 | £27,342 |
| Violin | Labelled Stefano Scarampella di Brescia, Premiato con Medaglie d'Argento, Fratello ed Allievo del ... | October 2024 | £29,594 |
| Violin | Labelled Stefano Scarampella di Brescia, Premiato con medaglie d'argento, Fratello ed allievo del ... | October 2024 | £22,800 |
| Violin | Labelled Stefano Scarampella di Brescia premiato con medaglie d'argento fratello ed allievo del ... | May 2024 | £22,239 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm [Probably "Gadda" workshop] [Ascribed to] | November 2011 | £24,434 |
| Cello | S/E 75.6 g. Mid 20th C. | March 2011 | £20,400 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm 1930 c. [Ascribed to & possibly by] | October 2010 | £9,013 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantova, 1927 | October 2009 | £21,600 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantua, 1930 c. | October 2009 | £12,000 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Mantua, 1930 c. | May 2009 | £19,410 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantova, 1928 c. | April 2009 | £35,559 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm [Ascribed to] | March 2009 | £10,530 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantua, 1951 [Showing collaboration with son "Mario"] | October 2008 | £21,692 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantua, mid-20th C. [Probably by] | March 2008 | £10,625 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm Mantua, mid-20th C. [Probably by] | March 2008 | £11,250 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mantua [Workshop of] | July 2007 | £3,925 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm 1920 c. | November 2006 | £20,496 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm 1935 c. [Attributed to] | October 2006 | £11,034 |
| Cello Bow | 74.8 cm Mantura, mid-20th C. | July 2006 | £7,200 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm Mantua, mid-20th C. | July 2006 | £4,560 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm Mantua, 1925 c. | May 2006 | £19,928 |
| Cello | Mantua, 1934 | November 2005 | £7,895 |
| Cello | Mantua, 1935 | November 2005 | £7,895 |
| Violin | Mantua, 1940 c. | November 2005 | £6,316 |
| Cello | Mantua, 1934 | May 2005 | £14,531 |
| Violin | Mantua, 1951 | May 2005 | £11,705 |
| Violin | Mantua, 1958 | May 2005 | £8,073 |
| Violin | Mantua, 1950 c. | May 2005 | £7,937 |
| Viola | 41.9 cm Mantua, 1941 | April 2005 | £11,279 |
| Violin | Mantua, 1930 c. | April 2005 | £25,064 |
| Cello | Mantua, 1932 | May 2004 | £25,861 |
| Violin | Mantua, c. 1960 [Workshop] | March 2004 | £4,560 |
| Violin | 1932 | May 2003 | £14,720 |
| Viola | 1919 | March 2003 | £13,200 |
| Violin | 1945 | June 2002 | £18,872 |
| Violin | 1950 | June 2002 | £18,117 |
| Violin | 1925 | November 2001 | £11,750 |
| Violin | 1935 c. | May 1999 | £6,684 |
| Cello | 1963 | June 1998 | £14,530 |
| Violin | 1932 | March 1997 | £9,200 |
| Violin | 1918 | March 1996 | £12,650 |
| Viola | 43.2 cm 1926 | March 1995 | £9,200 |
| Violin | 19-- | June 1990 | £6,600 |
| Viola | 40.8 cm 1953 | March 1990 | £2,970 |
| Violin | 1948 | November 1989 | £5,500 |
| Violin | 1948 | March 1989 | £1,760 |
| Violin | 1943 | November 1988 | £3,850 |
| Violin | 1925 | June 1988 | £6,600 |
| Violin | 1935 | March 1988 | £4,620 |
| Violin | 1920 | March 1988 | £3,740 |
| Violin | 1943 | November 1987 | £4,620 |
| Violin | 1938 | November 1985 | £5,060 |
| Violin | 1930-40 | December 1984 | £4,622 |
| Violin | 1940 | October 1984 | £4,224 |
| Violin | 1930 | January 1984 | £1,833 |
| Violin | 1946 | June 1983 | £3,214 |
Maker Overview
History
Gaetano Gadda (1900-1956) was born in 1900 in Sorga, Verona, and passed away in 1956 in Mantua, Italy. He began as a pupil and assistant to S. Scarampella in Mantua from 1919, eventually becoming his successor following Scarampella's death in 1925. Gadda is recognized as an important and influential maker within the 20th-century Italian school, known for his prolific production.
Craft
- Patterns and Models: Gaetano Gadda frequently worked on Scarampella's patterns, with some instruments even being relabeled and sold as genuine Scarampellas. He also utilized Stradivari, Guarneri, and Amati models, and specifically the Balestrieri model for his cellos.
- Varnish: His instruments are characterized by a fine golden-orange or red clear varnish.
- Branding: Some of Gadda's instruments were branded on the back button with the initials 'GG'.
- Label Inscription: An example of his label reads: "Gaetano Gadda di Mantova / premiato con Medaglia d'Oro / Allievo di Stefano Scarampella / Fece in Mantova. anno 1925".
Influence
- Mentorship: Gaetano Gadda received his training and mentorship as a pupil and assistant to S. Scarampella in Mantua, beginning in 1919.
Summary
Gaetano Gadda (1900-1956) was a significant 20th-century Italian violin maker, born in Sorga, Verona, and active in Mantua. He was a pupil and successor to S. Scarampella, known for his prolific output and use of various models including Scarampella's, Stradivari, Guarneri, Amati, and Balestrieri for cellos, often finished with a distinctive golden-orange or red clear varnish.
Biographies
John Dilworth
GADDA, Gaetano Born 1900 Sorga, Verona, died 1956 Mantua Italy. Pupil and assistant of S. Scarampella in Mantua from 1919, his successor following his death in 1925. Important and influential maker of the 20th century Italian school. Prolific production, working on Scarampella’s patterns (these often relabelled and sold as genuine Scarampellas). Also used Stradivari, Guarneri, and Amati models. Balestrieri model for cellos. Fine golden-orange or red clear varnish. Some branded on back button ‘GG’. Gaetano Gadda di Mantova / premiato con Medaglia d’Oro / Allievo di Stefano Scarampella / Fece in Mantova. anno 1925
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