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RARE! 4/4 Violin
made by Sympertus Niggel, Lauten
16th century violin
Label reads: Sympertus Niggel, Lauten
Und Geigen-Macher in Fussen 17--
Very warm, rich tone storng full bodied voice. Maker  B1710  D1785, often followed the Stainer pattern and his instruments are often similar to Albani.
 Information on this maker can be found in book 'Known Violin Makers' by John H. Fairfield The author referred to Sympertus as "one of the greatest German makers"

• • Body 360mm
  • Upper bout 167mm
  • Middle bouts 111 mm
  • Lower bouts 205.5 mm