This exquisite antique violin, crafted by Hart & Son at their renowned premises, 28 Wardour Street, London, in 1865, represents the esteemed legacy of one of 19th-century Britain's most respected violin dealing and making firms. Founded in the early 1800s and led by the influential George Hart - celebrated connoisseur, collector, and author of the seminal work "The Violin: Its Famous Makers and Their Imitators" The workshop at Wardour Street was a hub of expertise during the golden era of London's stringed instrument trade.

In excellent original condition, extremely well preserved and with no cracks, this violin has been meticulously and fully restored, then expertly set up by Phil Whitehead at The String Workshop in New Zealand.

The instrument now features premium modern upgrades: a finely fitted new Despiau bridge for optimal tone transfer, fresh Pirastro Obligato strings delivering rich, responsive projection, new ebony pegs for smooth tuning stability, and a new ebony chin rest for comfort and playability. The result is a violin that combines historical charm with contemporary reliabilit, ready for concerts, recitals, or passionate practice!

A rare opportunity to own a piece of Victorian-era London lutherie, beautifully preserved and professionally revitalised for the modern musician.