Offering is a very beautiful old full size french violin, stamped: ..olson a Mirecourt. Signed "Picasso" on the back. This exquisite instrument, inspired by the Stradivarius design, offers a unique opportunity for collectors and musicians alike to own a piece of musical history. Condition: 3 old repaired cracks on top. Repaired crack on upper rib. Some wear and tear to golden amber varnish. Good quality medium grained spruce was chosen for the top, and the maple of the two pieces back with beautiful grain is softly flamed. Carved medieval castle with a hawk, signed Picasso. The purfling is a tasteful work of good craftsmanship, just as the shining, golden amber varnish. The whole length of the violin is 588 mm and the back 359 mm. The width of the upper bouts: 165 mm; middle bouts: 111 mm; lower bouts: 204 mm. Full size. The sound is very deep, rich, warm and powerful. Shipping by DHL or FedEx is possible and would be claimed according to your personal requirements