Hopf Violin circa 1880, part 1. Select Size:12 x 18" Subtle abrasions from repeated cleanings

Subtle abrasions from repeated cleanings are also visible

an effect heightened by the pickups which are reminiscent of stage lights

Wippens and repetition lever buttons of the world's most successful and renowned piano manufacturer

This viola was already an antique when Johann Sebastian Bach was born

blended to achieve full depth of field and reveal fine detail throughout the instrument’s interior

Hopf Violin circa 1880, part 1. Select Size:12 x 18" Subtle abrasions from repeated cleaningsThis remarkable photo captures the interior of the first violin I successfully photographed. Initially, it was presented to me as a Hopf, but I believe it is actually a 19th century replica. The craftsmanship details, such as the bass bar and the simple neck joint, reveal this. The Hopf family, a large group of makers dating back to the 18th century (or perhaps earlier), usually produced distinctive models that are quite rare. Over time, a more