Instruments for Sale
Here are some examples of the instruments that we have available for sale.
We stock a number of our own professional level new, hand-crafted instruments, superb value beginner instruments, as well a selection of fine older instruments.
Please feel free to get in touch about pricing.
We do offer some instruments for hire, please get in touch directly for pricing. (minimum 3 months )
VIOLINS – SMALL VIOLINS – VIOLAS – CELLOS
Violins
Copy of Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesù Violin
by Alan Williams
£12,000
Violin based on the Old Italian Style
Dota Williams
US$15,000, Please contact Potterviolins.com
New Baroque Violin in the style of Stradivari
by Dota Williams
£7000 (inc. case & Baroque Bow)
Old English Baroque Violin
Forster School (Original Back, Neck & possibly Pegs – Replacement Antique Front and Ribs)
£4500
Fine Old French Violin
Unlabelled
£4500
Old German Violin
£850 – SOLD
This attractive old German violin, known as a Maidstone brand was imported into the UK by the Murdoch company,. c.1900. We have fully refurbished it with new ebony pegs, integrated tailpiece, new soundpost, bridge, chinrest and prelude D’Addario strings.
This lovely sounding violin is suited to an intermediate player or musical beginner looking for an instrument that will totally encourage you in your musical journey!
Small Sized Violins
1/2 sized New Violin based on Old Italian designs
by Alan Williams
£4000 inc. case, bow & handmade rosin
This high quality beautiful half size violin was recently hand made in our workshop by Alan Williams using superb and well seasoned European tone wood and fittings.
It has been made with a talented and gifted musician in mind and is part of our Handmade Range; built to last generations and inspire young gifted musicians by creating an instrument that will do so much more than your average small size instrument.
3/4 sized New Violin based on a design by Stradivari
jointly made by Alan & Dota Williams
£5500 inc. case, bow & handmade rosin
A superb, large sounding instrument hand made in our workshop by Alan and Dota taking inspiration from Stradivari’s design. This model is designed with younger (or indeed smaller framed) players in mind. Maximising the potential vibrating air space and generally giving a powerful sound, it’s tonal palette also offers the player a rich variety of colours.
Primavera 90 Violin (Entry Level Instrument)
Fully Setup for Easy Playing.
1/2 & 1/4 Size In Stock – other sizes available to order.
£165 inc. case & bow (the strings and bow have both been upgraded to better quality in this outfit from standard)
Violas
Property of a gentleman who no longer plays
, Viola, custom design after various influences
by Dota Williams
£10,000
15.6″ English Viola – 1931 -SOLD
by Arthur Richardson
16.5″ English Viola – 1997
by Stephen Robinson
£6500
Cellos
Modern Cello based upon a Stradivari design
by Dota Williams handmade using traditional Cremonese methods.
Since it was originally sold it has had an active musical life including being played by a high level achieving music student, and following change of hands it has been used by its current owners in both teaching and professional playing including in the BBC Symphony orchestra.
An earlier example of Dota’s work, it is being sold at a reduced rate from her current commission rate of £17,000.
It has hand made amber oil varnish and some gentle wear patterns.
It is sold with an aftercare package excluding fittings and strings.
£13500
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Property of a lady, Antique German Cello £7500
This antique cello is fully restored and set up with quality strings. Its on the larger size of 4/4 with a loud and powerful tone. Suited to an advanced player/professional or keen music student. Hard case included.
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Property of a Gentleman , Antique 7/8th German cello, £6500
This antique cello is fully restored and in full playing condition. It has been a much cherished instrument by its present owner, who has owned it for decades. It is being sold as it is no longer played. Fitted with Jargar strings it has a lovely warm mellow sound, suited to serious amateur or professional player. It is fully set up and easy to play. If needed, case and bow to be purchased separately.
Primavera 100 cello outfit SOLD
Complete with soft case, bow & rosin. Setup by Resonant Strings
This full size cello comes with a soft case, bow and rosin. It is an excellent cello for beginner-intermediate players.
It has been adjusted in our workshop to make the set up far more comfortable for ease of playing and upgraded with prelude D’Addario strings for that extra warmer sound
Modern workshop cello £2400 with soft case, bow and rosin
This cello has been set up in our workshop. It has been fitted with an ebony integrated tailpiece and Larsen cello strings. With a warm and full bodied sound, it is comfortable to play.
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Modern workshop cello £2000, with soft case and bow.
This cello has been set up in our workshop. It has been fitted with an ebony integrated tailpiece and Jargaar cello strings. With a bright and cheery sound, it is comfortable to play.
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New, Good Quality Student Cello-SOLD
Workshop Cello – Setup by Resonant Strings
Double Bass
German Double Bass
Markneukirchen c.1960
£875
– Recently Sold –
Antique German Violin
This instrument has undergone full restoration in our workshop. It is sold with an aftercare package excluding fittings and strings
Old French Violin
Labelled 1830
Sold
This beautiful old French violin with a one piece back is suited to the intermediate to advanced player. It has undergone extensive refurbishment in our workshop including new ebony pegs, integrated tailpiece, new soundpost, bridge, chinrest and high quality Larsen original strings.
This is an instrument that won’t disappoint!
New Violin based on Stradivari design : SOLD
by Dota Williams
German Cello – 1994
by Franz Sandner
Sold
