A fine late 19th or early 20th century European violin made in the atelier or made for and sold by Ernest Kohler & Son violin shop. The shop had a reputation for selling fine instruments in the region for over a century. This violin is wonderfully preserved, and has a vividly bold, open, richly colorful warm tone that is powerful. It is a phenomenal value tonally at its price point.  Length of back is 35.4cm.
About Ernest Kohler
The Kohler family were an important part of the Edinburgh music scene for more than 130 years. Ernest Kohler himself appears to have arrived in Edinburgh around 1823, setting up his own workshop in the city. The Kohler firm grew successfully over the next two decades and was then inherited by his son Philip.
The firm grew to become an Edinburgh institution which made, imported and sold musical instruments as well as continuing to publish a great deal of music. Ernest Kohler & Son traded up until 1952.