Italian violoin by Mario Gadda, 1972, Mantova.

A fine Italian violin made by Mario Gadda in Mantova in 1972, as indicated by the maker’s label (also branded in multiple places). Mario Gadda (1931-2008) was son and pupil of Gaetano Gadda. This instrument was made with inspiration and possibly as a copy of the specific wonderful violin from Stefano Scarampella. This very attractive and fine sounding instrument is in excellent state of preservation. The length over the back is 35.7 cm.