Domenico Montagnana alongside Carlo Bergonzi are the unsung heroes of classical violinmaking as both have created instrument to rival Stradivari and Guarneri in tone and beauty. Personally I see no difference in tonal potential between the famous cremonese duo and Montagnana or Bergonzi models when I create new instruments; the great reward is a refreshing new set of tonal textures and colors. This violin after Montagnana, of remarkable visual beauty thanks to its dramatic flamed slab-cut maple back and rich ruby-red varnish, has a velvety, rich and warm sound that seduces right away. the instrument is now available for sale, probably not for long, so please inquire.