Iris Germanica 'Vienna Waltz'

Viennese school · 19th century

This violin of the Violin Garden Collection is named after the noble iris Iris germanica 'Vienna Waltz', whose refined elegance mirrors the artistic tradition of Vienna. It is precisely the Viennese violin-making tradition that glows in the features of this exceptional master instrument. The warm amber varnish, the harmonious lines and the timeless beauty of the violin recall the lightness and grace of a Viennese waltz.

The violin is distinguished by an exceptional tonal culture, a rich palette of colours and a superb projection of tone. Her masterly craftsmanship, exceedingly sensitive response and noble, velvety sound place her among instruments of the highest quality class. An instrument of distinct artistic character, she unites technical perfection, exceptional musicality and timeless elegance.

Visually the instrument impresses with elegant proportions, a one-piece spruce top and a strongly flamed maple back and neck. The warm amber-red varnish emphasises the natural structure of the wood and creates a refined, timeless appearance characteristic of quality instruments of the Viennese tradition.

In its stylistic features the violin shows numerous elements of the Viennese violin-making school of the 19th century. Inside she bears the label Franciscus Geissenhof fecit, Viennae Anno 1814, whose attribution currently remains the subject of further research.

Owing to her exceptional tonal culture, responsiveness and aesthetic refinement, she is an instrument of high quality, suited to a concert violinist, a demanding musician or a collector of historical European violins.