Luigi Contavalli
Imola, 1862–1954
Proficient maker of his own models and Stradivari patterns. Prolific cello maker. Good golden-yellow varnish and locally sourced timber. Gold medals awarded in Marseilles 1903, London 1905, and Bologna 1907. Fatto / da ContavalIi Luigi / nel 1895 in Imola — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Imola, 1913 | — | January 2005 | £2,576 |
| Violin | 1921 | — | January 2003 | £3,333 |
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John Dilworth+
CONTAVALLI, Luigi Born 1862, died 1954 Imola Italy. Proficient maker of his own models and Stradivari patterns. Prolific cello maker. Good golden-yellow varnish and locally sourced timber. Gold medals awarded in Marseilles 1903, London 1905, and Bologna 1907. Fatto / da ContavalIi Luigi / nel 1895 in Imola
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