Violin, possibly Italian, c. 1750

Description:

Violin, possibly Italian, c. 1750, labeled FERDINANDUS GAGLIANO FILIUS, NICOLAI FECIT NEAP 1768, the two-piece back of narrow curl, the ribs of irregular curl, the scroll of narrow curl, the top of fine grain, the varnish of a golden color, length of back 13 15/16 in., 354 mm, with case.
Estimate $5,000-7,000