Italy School
Egidio Moretti
Lavagna, Udine, 1894–1958
Trained as a cabinet maker. Active luthier from c.1924, in Lavagna, Genoa from 1945, but returned to Udine after 1950. Classical Cremonese models. Well crafted. Soft lustrous yellow or deep red varnish. Costruzione Moretti Egidio / Udine Lavagna / Anno 19.. Moretti Egidio Udinese / fece in Lavagna a\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.9 cm Lavagna, 1947 | October 2007 | £2,285 |
| Violin | 1928 | June 1993 | £2,200 |
Biographies
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John Dilworth+
MORETTI, Egidio Born 1894, died 1958 Udine Italy. Trained as a cabinet maker. Active luthier from c.1924, in Lavagna, Genoa from 1945, but returned to Udine after 1950. Classical Cremonese models. Well crafted. Soft lustrous yellow or deep red varnish. Costruzione Moretti Egidio / Udine Lavagna / Anno 19.. Moretti Egidio Udinese / fece in Lavagna anno 1949
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