Giovan paolo Maggini Brescia 16 Full Size Antique Violin w/Case, Rosin, and Bows

This is a very, very old Giovan paolo Maggini violin complete with 2 bows, case, shoulder rest, rosin, and other accessories shown in the photos. The edges of the violin are fairly chewed up as you can see from the photos, however it is sturdy with no major structural issues, and the sound post has been set inside the body. The stamp inside of the body reads “Giovan paolo Maggini, brescia 16”.

Giovanni Paolo Maggini (c. 1580 - c. 1630), was a luthier born in Botticino (Brescia), Republic of Venice. Maggini was a pupil of the most important violin maker of the Brescian school, Gasparo da Salò. Maggini's early instruments are now considered very desirable because, despite their apparent naive craftsmanship, they are wonderful instruments. They first tended to be modified copies of his teacher's instruments. But once established on his own around the year 1606, Maggini developed his skills and experimented with his designs until he achieved a level of expertise that is still highly regarded. His violas, like those of his master, are regarded as the best in the world for the rich deep sound and power of tone.