Fine Instruments & Bows Advisory
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Fine Instruments & Bows Advisory *
Josh Dean Rare Violins is a globally recognized authority on fine violins and bows. We offer expert, straightforward guidance to clients on buying, selling, collecting, and authenticating rare and valuable instruments.
Josh Dean has been an important contributor to the books on the Modern Italian Violin Makers and Antonio Stradivari, and is a RCM Certified Advanced Violin Specialist.
Purchases & Sales
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Purchases & Sales *
We purchase and sell fine & rare Italian, English, French & German instruments and their bows. We offer expert appraisals and will guide you through the entire process and discuss the best options available to you.
*For your convenience, we are always prepared to purchase a violin, viola, cello or bow from you outright. Please contact us with details of your instrument/bow.
Appraisals
We offer appraisals for insurance, estate, and probate purposes.
Written insurance appraisals protect the value of your instrument.
An appointment is required for those needing a new appraisal. Please inform us of any existing documentation and last known appraisal with your inquiry.
Certificate of Authenticity
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Certificate of Authenticity *
We issue certificates with full descriptions of your instruments including photos and measurements.
Restoration & Re-hairing
We offer world-class restoration on fine old violins, violas, and cellos. Our past projects include instruments by Antonio Stradivari and other rare makers. Our focus is on conservation using non-invasive methods to restore instruments to their original splendor. Bow re-hairing service is available for professional-grade bows.
Fine Instrument Rental
Strings & Accessories
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Strings & Accessories *
We provide both corporate and individual needs for fine rental violins, violas, and cellos, subject to background/credit check.