Francesco Andina
Lugano, Ticino, b. 1891
Learned violin-making in Milan. Established in Lugano from 1924. Medal winner at Geneva Exhibition 1927. Stradivari model. Signed and branded on interior. Printed label: Francesco Andina Luganese / fece a Lugano l’anno 19.. / No.. [Boltshauser, Henley] — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
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| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label and signatures Lot 913 | Vichy | December 2025 | £690est. € 800-1.000 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Lugano, 1914 | — | January 2007 | £979 |
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John Dilworth+
ANDINA, Fran Born 1891 Curio, Ticino, Worked from 1924 Lugano Switzerland. Learned violin-making in Milan. Established in Lugano from 1924. Medal winner at Geneva Exhibition 1927. Stradivari model. Signed and branded on interior. Printed label: Francesco Andina Luganese / fece a Lugano l’anno 19.. / No.. [Boltshauser, Henley]
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