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Lapo Casini

Florence, 1896–1986

Son and pupil of Serafino Casini, below. Also trained with Del Perugia. Personal model based on Bartolomeo Bimbi, using red and yellow oil varnishes. Wrote and published a book on ancient varnish in 1954 and acquired a great reputation as a restorer. Printed labels: Hoc Opus est. / Quod Ego Lapus Ca\u{2026} — John Dilworth

Worked Florence
Made Cello, Violin
Taught by Serafino Casini
Family Son of Serafino Casini

Auction Price History

Highest auction price

£11,451

8 results

Type Details Auction house Sold Price
Violin36.0 cm Florence, 1926October 2008£4,388
Violin35.6 cm Florence, 1934November 2006£10,800
Cello Possibly byOctober 2005£3,275
CelloOctober 2004£11,451
Violin1900-20November 1986£3,960
Violin1921May 1986£2,310
Violin1928June 1985£2,640
Violin1925October 1982£880

Biographies

The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:

John Dilworth+

CASINI, Lapo Born 1896, died 1986 Florence Italy. Son and pupil of Serafino Casini, below. Also trained with Del Perugia. Personal model based on Bartolomeo Bimbi, using red and yellow oil varnishes. Wrote and published a book on ancient varnish in 1954 and acquired a great reputation as a restorer. Printed labels: Hoc Opus est. / Quod Ego Lapus Casinius Filius Seraphini / Construxi Florentiae A.D.

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