This violin was kept in immaculate condition for years. It is crack free and doesn't show any signs of repair. It is quite unique rarely found instrument. It has a gorgeous sound well balanced on all layers and strings. The sound is brilliant and the violin is singing with a bright timbre. At the same time it is easy playing and responsive instrument. Currently, the quality of the strings equipped with "Larsen Original". Beautiful flamed one-piece maple back. Very nice brilliant lacquer with pores deeper view of the wood - the beauty of the sound matches perfectly highlight. There is an oldish label inside of violin that says: Copy of Nicolaus Amati Made in Germany It is likely made in XX century before WW2. Located in Muse Instruments studio www.museinstruments.com in Chemainus