Armando Barbieri
Asti, Forli, 1893–1963
Active in Forli from 1924. Sculptor, artist and poet. Made all members of the violin family, including double basses, to a good standard. Classical models and Antoniazzi-style work. Dark red-brown varnish, quite thick and brittle texture. Scroll well-balanced and concentric. [Nicolini] — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 43.0 cm Forli, 1949 | — | June 2008 | £2,964 |
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John Dilworth+
BARBIERI, Armando Born 1893 Asti, died 1963 Forli Italy. Active in Forli from 1924. Sculptor, artist and poet. Made all members of the violin family, including double basses, to a good standard. Classical models and Antoniazzi-style work. Dark red-brown varnish, quite thick and brittle texture. Scroll well-balanced and concentric. [Nicolini]
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