This Vintage German Johannes Bruckner 4/4 Violin’s age, tonewoods, arching, and varnish are typical of instruments by German maker Johannes Bruckner that were made between 1920 and 1925 and sold through the New York shop of John Friedrich. This violin was built for and is suited to classical performance but can also be used for fiddle styles depending on setup and musical preference.
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Vintage German Johannes Bruckner 4/4 Violin
German Johannes Bruckner 4/4 Violin - 1920's
Solid Carved spruce top
Solid Carved maple back, sides and neck
Boxwood fingerboard, pegs, tailpiece and Guarnari style chin rest
Excellent conditionHeavily antiqued; grafted scroll & bushed pegs
Early 20th century - Built sometime between 1900 and 1925, this violin has all of the traits that make us believe that Johannes Bruckner was it's maker
He built instruments for John Friedrich violin shop in New York City—one of the most respected violin dealers and experts in early 20th-century America. Brueckner’s work embodies superb craftsmanship and his instruments are tonally powerful, yet refined.
The instrument features beautiful tonewoods, elegant arching, and a rich, golden-brown varnish. It has a clear, focused sound that balances brilliance with warmth and depth.
This German instrument, made for the American market has both collectible value and expressive playability.
