We examine a rare 1740s German violin possibly crafted by the renowned Hornsteiner family, featuring its original neck—an incredibly uncommon find. You'll also see a beautiful 1820s Dutch violin from the Kuipers School with stunning flamed maple, an early 20th century Italian violin by Claudio Gambini made from rare Oppio wood, and an elegant 1880 French violin from the post-Vuillaume era.
The collection includes the legendary Gibson F-5 mandolin designed by Lloyd Loar between 1922-1924, revolutionizing mandolin construction and earning him the title "father of the modern mandolin." We also feature Frantisek Herlik's masterful 1925 Czech copy of a rare David Tecchler violin, and one of only 41 violas ever made by the perfectionist Italian master Ansaldo Poggi in 1967.
Throughout this video, we'll uncover the secrets behind false labels, explore rare wood selections, and reveal authentication techniques that separate genuine masterpieces from reproductions.
