u/Some-Fault-226

I inherited this violin many years ago from a family friend (he was from Toronto area). I recently had some cracks repaired. The luthier who repaired it said it sounds wonderful and estimated it was made circa 1900. As of now, I intend to play the instrument rather than selling it (I will be essentially starting over as it has been 25 years since I played it in high school).

Can anyone help me learn any more about the origins of the violin or, in particular, identify the signature from under the tailpiece? (The tailpiece mounted on the violin in the pictures is not the original tailpiece, but the tailpiece in the pictures with the signature was on it before, and appears to be very old--so, it's possibly original.)

(I have read the FAQ entries on violin valuation and ID.)

Thank you! 🙏

I inherited this violin 25 years ago from a family friend (he was from Toronto area). I recently had some cracks repaired. The luthier who repaired it said it sounds wonderful and estimated it was made circa 1900.

Can anyone help me learn any more about the origins of the violin or identify the signature from under the tailpiece?

Thank you! 🙏

I inherited this violin. The man who repaired it estimated it was made circa 1900.

Can anyone help me learn any more about the origins of the violin or identify the signature from under the tailpiece?

Thank you! :)

(Sorry the pictures aren’t great—if more or better pictures would be helpful just let me know!)