Giovanni Battista Bodio
Venice, 1774–1849
Son of one of the leading Venetian violin players of the time, also named Giobatta Bodio. Possibly a pupil of his uncle Giuseppe, below. Worked from his father’s house in Campo San Polo, moving to 338 Fondamenta Condulmer after his death in 1826. Almost all his work is dated prior to 1835, but chang\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 40.8 cm Venice, 1835 | — | June 2010 | £15,600 |
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Biographies
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John Dilworth+
BODIO, Giovanni Battista Born 1774, died 1849 Venice Italy. Son of one of the leading Venetian violin players of the time, also named Giobatta Bodio. Possibly a pupil of his uncle Giuseppe, below. Worked from his father’s house in Campo San Polo, moving to 338 Fondamenta Condulmer after his death in 1826. Almost all his work is dated prior to 1835, but changes in the taxation at this time may have forced him to back-date subsequent productions. Very distinctive, not to say ugly models; several contralto-sized violas and cellos attributed to him with particularly clumsy proportions. Arching low but deeply hollowed at the edges. Prominent upper corners and wide upper bouts. Long upright sou
Cecie Stainer+
A maker in Venice about 1792 to 1832. The few instruments known show nicely finished work and have a fine oil varnish. Pietro Valentino Novello was a pupil of his.
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Vielleicht ein Sohn Gennaro’s und dessen Schüler. Ein tüchtiger, aber wenig
bekannter Meister. Sein Lack ist für seine Zeit noch sehr gut. Pietro Val.
Novello ist einer seiner Schüler gewesen.
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