Instrument Type: Violin
Circa: 1894
Asking Price: SOLD
Maker: Emanuel Whitmarsh
The Violin
Emanuel Whitmarsh made this violin in London in 1894. It is an excellent example of his work, and it remains in very good condition.
The tone is strong and woody, with a direct, honest character. This Emanuel Whitmarsh violin works well for chamber music and orchestral playing alike. The body measures 35.7 cm.
A woody tone reads as warm and natural, with a grounded quality that blends with other instruments. Because of that, this Emanuel Whitmarsh violin fits ensemble players particularly well.
At well over a century old, it also offers the maturity of sound that only age and years of playing bring. Yet it stays at a level students and amateurs can reach, as well as professionals. This Emanuel Whitmarsh violin is well cared for, and it is ready for its next player right now. In short, it is a practical, honest instrument.
The Maker
Emanuel Whitmarsh worked in London in the late 19th century. That was a busy period for English making, and London shops supplied instruments to a growing number of amateur and professional players.
English violins of this era earn their reputation on solid construction and dependable sound. They were built to be played every day, and many of them still are. So an Emanuel Whitmarsh violin gives players a genuine piece of that tradition at an accessible level.
The late Victorian period brought a boom in music-making across Britain, from amateur orchestras to professional ensembles. London makers built to meet that demand, and instruments like this one remain in use more than a century later.
Terms of Sale
This violin has sold, so it is no longer available for purchase. Benning Violins invites you to browse our current catalog of fine instruments. You can also contact us directly to ask about similar pieces.