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Ivan Zgradic

b. 1929

Self-taught and highly idiosyncratic maker. Violins, violas, cellos, and guitars. Orange-brown oil varnish. Joannes Zgradius fecit / Romae, Anno 19.. [Vannes] — John Dilworth
Made Violin
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Auction Price History

Highest auction price

£1,096

2 results

Type Details Auction house Sold Price
ViolinBearing the maker's label and brand to the back, good condition Lot 618LaurentJune 2026£1,096est. € 1.000-1.500
ViolinBearing the maker's label and brand under the button, good condition Lot 513LaurentJune 2026£1,080est. € 1.000-1.500

Biographies

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John Dilworth+

ZGRADIC, Ivan Born 1929 Istanbul Turkey, Worked Rome Italy. Self-taught and highly idiosyncratic maker. Violins, violas, cellos, and guitars. Orange-brown oil varnish. Joannes Zgradius fecit / Romae, Anno 19.. [Vannes]

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