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Collin-Mezin Violin Paris 1897 Top CM97

Ch. J.B. Collin-Mezin Violin, Paris 1897

This violin is labeled Ch. J.B. Collin-Mezin, Paris 1897.

Charles Jean-Baptiste Collin Mézin père is one of the most noted French luthiers of the 19th century. He was born in Mirecourt in 1841, son of violin maker C.L. Collin, and followed in his father’s footsteps and training with a very successful career in Paris. During his most productive three decades, he won numerous gold and silver medals at the Paris Exhibitions and his instruments were played by many leading soloists of the day. He was a purist in wood treatment, rejecting chemicals and artificial processes that other makers employed in the construction of an instrument. We are pleased to offer this violin, built in 1897. This instrument is offered with a certificate from MILLANT and is available for trial via shipping or in our showroom.

Additional Specifications

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Maker Ch. J.B. Collin-Mezin
Certificate of Authenticity Millant
Country France
City Paris
Year 1897
Body Length 359mm
Upper Bout 169mm
Middle Bout 111mm
Lower Bout 206mm

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