VICTOR-JOSEPH CHAROTTE (1870–1925)

Bearing a label reading “Made after the 1660 Nicolo Amati violin by master MP Marsick” and another label reading “friendly souvenir 7 May 1920”
Branded J.V. Charotte
Minor restoration to the top right of the top, Good condition
357 mm at the back
An interesting example featuring two small openings, or ‘vents’, on the ribs, in accordance with a process patented by the maker in September 1918
. The aim of this invention was to enhance the sound of stringed instruments by promoting air circulation and vibrations within the body
. An instrument over 100 years old