Instrument Type: Violin
Circa: 1889
Asking Price: SOLD
Maker: Maurice Mermillot
The Violin
Maurice Mermillot made this violin in France in 1889. It comes from a maker who trained in two important workshops before going out on his own.
The violin was in near mint condition when it sold. That is rare, since more than a century had passed. So it offered a high level of preservation for its age.
Its tone also stands out. It is rich, clear and powerful. As a result, it could serve a player in both solo and ensemble settings. Clarity also helps a violin carry in a large room.
The back length measures 35.6 cm. Even so, numbers only tell part of the story for this 1889 violin by Maurice Mermillot.
Today, this Maurice Mermillot violin from 1889 stands as a fine French example from the late nineteenth century. For a collector or player, that mix of age, condition and certification makes a rare combination.
The Maker
Maurice Mermillot learned his craft in established shops. First, he worked in the Vuillaume workshop. He also worked for Francesco Guadagnini.
Then he started his own workshop. As a result, he brought experience from two separate shops into his own work. That kind of path gave him wide exposure to different methods.
That background helps explain the quality of this 1889 violin by Maurice Mermillot. For a player, his name offers a link to that workshop heritage. Indeed, his career shows how strong training can show up in a single instrument.
Certification
Kenneth Warren & Son certified this violin. A certificate from a respected firm gives a buyer added confidence in the attribution.
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.