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Guadagnini Violin Shop sells fine violins, violas, cellos and bows from Suite 719 of the Fine Arts Building, 410 S. Michigan Ave. in the Loop. The shop has been in the building since 2000, according to local news coverage.
Its website lists instruments for sale, including a Gaetano Guadagnini violin made in Turin in 1848, a Nicolò Gagliano violin from 1763, a John Lott violin and a George Corsby cello. Bows by makers such as François Peccatte and John Dodd are also shown.
Beyond sales, the shop offers restoration and repair of string instruments, as well as certificates and insurance appraisals. Its site also keeps a “Featured Sold” section of past sales.
The shop’s website posts hours of Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday. It also notes a Thanksgiving break from Nov. 17 to 30, reopening Dec. 1. Call 312-588-1655 or check the website before visiting.
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Website: https://www.guadagniniviolins.com
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