Gregg T. Alf Violin

GA257 | 2025

The violin described herein was crafted by Gregg T. Alf in 2025, bearing opus number GA257 and labeled as follows:

Gregg T. Alf

fecit 2025 Londinii

GA267


DESCRIPTION

This violin is crafted on a personal Guarneri del Gesù model, featuring a one-piece back of strongly flamed European maple. The curl is irregular across the back. The scroll and ribs are made from the same wood. The two-piece top is of medium European spruce, broadening toward the flanks. The instrument is finished with a red-orange varnish and is lightly antiqued.



MEASUREMENTS

Upper bout: 197mm

Middle bout: 117mm

Lower bout: 208.5mm 

Body length: 357mm

All measurements listed above have been taken over the arching of the back.


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