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The internet cannot communicate the sense of an instrument's sound and presence. Neither does the internet relay the quality or translucence of an instrument's varnish, nor does it evaluate the extent of restorations beyond what a particular user can input in the way of helpful information. In view of these points, the purpose at Guarneri.net is to act as a communication centre for sellers to advertise instruments for sale and for buyers to meet those sellers, on-line and otherwise, and conclude a sale after an arranged inspection of the instrument. An instrument's condition is a wide subject and Guarneri.net can point you to SOME of the most important points to look for in assessing the state of preservation and restoration via this site of an instrument or bow via the image maps linked here. Many fakes and falsely attributed instruments and bows populate the market and Guarneri.net can give limited advice on specific items if required. In time it is hoped to add facilities on this site relating to: varnish, plate thickness, internal patches, acoustical patches and other internal work such as studs, bass bar replacement standards but in the meantime buyers should ask sellers about any of these features if they are uncertain and assuming that the seller is aware of the restoration standards of the instrument they are offering. If you have questions about an instrument or bow that can be answered by E-mail then please let Guarneri.net know by using this link . |
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