Violins: 1928 Serafino Casini Florence
Serafino Casini Florence
$4,000
Lob 355 mm. He was born in 1863 and died in 1947 in Florence Italy. Established first at Campi Bisenzio, near Florence, from 1899 as a maker of mandolins. Later established at 8 Via San Elisabetta, Florence, where he diversified into violins. Decent varnish of brown or dark red colour. Several violins made by him from wood taken from a demolished 16th century church in Florence. Branded on button: ‘S. C.’. Printed label: Applicato sistema “Casini” Brevettato / Via della Cernaia N.41 / Firenze / Anno 19.. Serafino Casini Premiato Liutista Anno 19.. / Firenze





