Poster Stradivari violin, "King Carlos IV" 1709

Antonio Stradivari ‘King Carlos IV’ violin 1709 poster

The ‘King Carlos IV’ is one of the few instruments remaining from the collection of the Spanish king, who ruled from 1788 to 1808. Made during Stradivari’s ‘golden period’, it is one of the rare examples that is so well preserved that its sound is seldom matched by other violins of the era. The maple back has deep, wide flames descending slightly, which shimmer like water in the light. The scroll is incredibly round and bold, displaying an ultimate strength in making.

This poster includes RX and micro CT scan images with all measurements taken by the instrument's 3D scan.

Measurements 84cm x 68cm