Professional Violins For Sale
Antique & contemporary Italian, English & French violins available at the Ruschil violin shop.
Professional, contemporary and classical violins for sale, handcrafted by a Master Luthier in our London workshop.
Antoni Ruschil is a Master Luthier based in London, handcrafting contemporary violins for clients including Royal Academy of Music, Guildhall and professional violinists. Our violins for sale are listed below, and you are invited to book an appointment to try one in our workshop.
A fine Italian violin by Giuseppe Dall’Aglio, Mantua c.1820
“An exquisite and rare Italian violin, luxurious in appearance & tone”
ÂŁ120,000
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Tonally the violin is phenomenally characterful; rich, sweet, dark and very Italian. It would suit a player looking for pure quality of sound. Dark and brooding in the lower register, with a solid core across all strings and a sweet, sonorous E string that sounds like pure honey.
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A fine Italian by Giuseppe Dall’Aglio is now available at Ruschil London. An exquisite, characterful and rich violin constructed from fine materials and finished with a luscious, transparent Italian varnish. The violin, made c.1820, is a copy of Guarneri del Gesu in Dall’Aglio’s own inimitable style. This in itself was a rarity for the times, when people copied Stainer and Stradivari models. Luxurious materials and fine craftsmanship have created an instrument of rare beauty.
A violin by Antoni Ruschil, “The Crown Prince”, London 2025
“A rich & prestigious violin handmade from 125 year old prime maple”
ÂŁ22,000
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Tonally the violin is clear, focused and bright with plenty of volume. It has a balanced and a brilliant core across the strings with a shimmering golden upper register. It speaks with a classic tone even with little pressure from the bow
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“The Argyle, 2024” is the newest, handcrafted original model violin from the Ruschil workshop. A development on previous designs, it incorporates physical and tonal elements of Carlo Tononi, especially the arching and soundholes. Although an original, the workshop model also is influenced by Nicolo Amati, Andrea Guarneri, Eugenio Degani & Ansaldo Poggi.
A violin by Antoni Ruschil, “The Argyle”, London 2024
“A shimmering golden violin with a classical Italian core”
ÂŁ21,000
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Tonally the violin is strong, rich, clear and prestigious sounding. Owing to the great age of the wood used, it has a refined, mature sound also, with great subtlety and texture in the strings. It has been set up with a classic combination of Thomastik Peter Infeld G, D & A strings with a Goldbrokat E.
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“The Crown Prince, 2025” is a handcrafted original violin made by Antoni Ruschil in the Ruschil workshop, London. Made from exceptionally rare 125 year old prime maple, it is a violin a century and a quarter in the making. The wood has travelled around the world over many decades, being cut in a Balkan forest around 1900, then making its way to America in the mid 20th century, on to Japan in the 21st century and finally to London to be made into a fine violin.
A rare English violin by John Morris, Bath 1790
“A beautifully rich & characterful violin made in Georgian Bath”
ÂŁ12,000
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Tonally the violin is balanced, rich and clear with very earthy undertones. It would suit a range of players looking for either a strong or intimate tone. It is complimented with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings for a strong, professional tone.
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A rare English violin made by John Morris, 1790 is now available at Ruschil London. Created in Bath at the height of its fashionable Georgian era, the violin is both petite and robust. Beautifully constructed from fine materials, the violin shows the work of a maker with great skill and confidence. Fine edgework, strong and graceful arching and a deep ruby red varnish show off the talent of Morris, who evidently had a fine eye for aethetics.
A fine French violin by H.C. Silvestre, Lyon 1874
“An expertly crafted fine French violin, after Guarneri del Gesu by H.C. Silvestre”
ÂŁ35,000
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Tonally the violin is very strong and precise, with clarity and confidence. Blended with the darker undertones of a Guarneri del Gesu, it is a very balanced and powerful tone.
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An expertly crafted fine French violin by H.C. Silvestre, Lyon 1874. Made with the confidence and precision of a master luthier, Silvestre has paid great attention to the modelling of Guarneri del Gesu and refined it in the inimitable French style of the mid 19th century. Very much of the same school as Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume, Lupot and Gand, it is an accurately made instrument, covered with a rich French ruby red oil varnish and lightly antiqued.
An English violin by George Craske, c.1880
“A beautifully balanced and characterful violin from the prolific 19th century English violin maker”
ÂŁ18,000
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Tonally the violin is very balanced, characterful and vintage sounding. It has the charm and earthiness of an old violin whilst being confident and sweet. Definitely one to be tried.
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A particularly impressive violin by the prolific 19th century English maker George Craske, made in Stockport c.1880. The violin is beautifully modelled after Guarneri del Gesu and great care has been taken to perfect the arching and varnish on this instrument. Craske’s work varies hugely but this example is among the best seen, confidently and accurately made.
“An English violin from the workshop of John Betts, c.1840”
““An excellent example from the well known Betts workshop of London c.1840””
ÂŁ15,000
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It has a punchy, confident sound with a thick lower end. Full of old, woody charm whilst having volume and presence, it is a great choice for an aspiring soloist. It has been set up in the Ruschil workshop with Pirastro Obligato strings, adding a smooth, dark, buttery texture to the sound. Very versatile and definitely worth trying. -
This impressive violin from the workshop of John Betts, London c.1840 is a particularly robust instrument. Confidently crafted and typical of the making of the time in mid 19th century London, it has a strength of character to it rarely found for this price bracket. With a beautiful mix of plum red varnish over a golden brown ground, it is visually impressive and beautifully shaped.
A fine violin by Italian master Carlo Tononi, Bologna c.1710
“A stunning example tonally, visually and historically of early 18th century classical Italian violin making.”
ÂŁ160,000
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Tonally it performs to the highest level across all registers, with the character and grandeur found only with fine old Italian violins. Rich and full of historical character when played softly, and a clear, searing, almost ethereal sound when pushed to the limit. A tone that reaches through the centuries.
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Constructed with the very finest quality one-piece, deeply flamed, shimmeringly close-grained maple only found in the early 18th century, the back and ribs are exhibition quality examples of musical instrument making material. Covering the instrument is a transparent, honey coloured Italian oil varnish to accentuate every detail of the stunning wood.
A French violin by Georges Apparut, Mirecourt 1937
“A beautifully crafted French violin in excellent condition”
ÂŁ15,000
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Tonally it is very refined, with a full bodied lower end to the sound and a sweet, golden upper register. With Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold G, D & A strings and a Warchal Amber Forte E, it excels across the board.
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The violin is exceptionally well crafted, with an eye for the finer details of classical Italian making, especially the inlay and edgework which are expertly made.
An Italian violin by Ernesto Pevere, Ferrara c.1928
“An impressive Italian violin full of confidence and character”
ÂŁ30,000
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Tonally the violin is impressive, certainly not shy and one to be heard in a concert hall. Direct, fresh and woody with a beautiful old character. It would suit a player looking to be heard and stand out. It has been set up with Thomastik Rondo strings for a strong, direct tone.
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A violin by Ernesto Pevere, Ferrara c.1928, very typical of the maker. Confidently made with classic modern Italian features. A strong arch and pronounced outline, precise inlay with a beautiful transparent brown/red varnish over a dark golden brown ground. Very interestingly flamed maple as seen on his other instruments, Pevere was a maker with a natural gift for style and aesthetics.
A violin by Antoni Ruschil, “The Hooks”, London 2022
“A deep, full and clean violin handcrafted in the traditional Cremonese style.”
ÂŁ16,000
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With a deeper arched front and back, The Hooks has a full bodied, smooth & clean sound. Paired with Thomastik Rondo strings it is also a precise, confident and powerful violin. The Hooks would suit a player looking for the next step in their tonal capabilities.
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Handcrafted as the Cremonese masters intended, The Hooks has a clean, original look with a very light golden varnish.
A violin by Antoni Ruschil, “Il Diavolo”, London 2022
“A world exclusive, made from exhibition quality pyinma burl”
ÂŁ18,000
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“Il Diavolo” has a deep tone with a sweet upper register and plenty of volume. Accompanied with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings, it has a confident, brooding tone that is really one of a kind.
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A truly one of a kind instrument, the back, ribs and neck of “Il Diavolo” are constructed from an extremely rare piece of exhibition quality pyinma burl.
There are no other known pieces of the wood found in the world of this size. It is also the world’s first violin made with the material.
Contemporary Violins, Handcrafted By A Master Luthier
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Master Luthier
Antoni Ruschil is a Master Luthier with 18 years experience, trained at Newark School of Violin Making and apprenticed under masters in Italy, Germany, Cyprus and London.
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Professional Clients
Our clients include Royal Academy of Music, Guildhall, Royal College of Music, Royal Philharmonic, Philharmonia, London Mozart Players, London Symphony Orchestra, and notable professional soloists.
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Exceptional Craftsmanship
Our contemporary violins are crafted with the highest quality of materials sourced from around the world, using handmade varnish and the very best fittings.
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Five Star Ratings
We are proud of our over 250 five star ratings on Google, the highest rated violin shop in London.
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Classic Italian Sound
Professional violinists and leading orchestras buy our original violins for their classic Italian tone, their comfortable feel, and their effortless playability.
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Play In Our Workshop
The truth is in the sound, the feel, and the playability, We welcome you to visit our beautiful workshop in Finsbury Park to try any of our violins.
Get More Information & Play Our Violins
To learn more, ask a question or play our violins please contact us using the button below.
Client Testimonials
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Anne-Sophie Beranger - Violinist
“I definitely recommend Ruschil & Bailly's workshop. Best sound adjustment my violin ever received! I am glad to be able to trust in them for future works and adjustments!”
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Mathilde Milwidsky - Violinist
“Antoni is the no 1 luthier I go to in London and I again can’t recommend him more highly. He has a fantastic ear for sound adjustment and I trust him with my violin wholeheartedly.”
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Tessa Seymour - Cellist
“Antoni did a fantastic sound adjustment for my cello. He was so attentive and patient and gave great feedback as we went along to help bring out better balance, clarity, and focus in the instrument. Top notch! Highly recommended!”
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Leona Gogolicynová - Violinist
“Antoni has provided an excellent service and was very willing to help me to find the right sound for my violin. The instrument has opened up and I have been enjoying practising since then much more! Highly recommend!”
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Esther Kim - Violinist
“What an interesting morning. Antoni Ruschil thank you so much! Can’t recommend enough!”
Master Luthier
Antoni Ruschil is a Master Luthier with 18 years experience crafting and restoring fine violins for professionals and orchestras. He was trained at Newark School of Violin Making and then apprenticed under Master Luthiers across Europe in Italy, Germany, Cyprus and London.
Professional Clients
We have worked with many of the world’s best schools including Royal Academy of Music, Guildhall, Royal College of Music and orchestras including The Royal Philharmonic, Philharmonia, London Mozart Players, and London Symphony Orchestra.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
Our contemporary violins are crafted with the highest quality of materials sourced from around the world, using handmade varnish and the very best fittings. The result is a classic Italian sound, comfortable feel and effortless playability.
Get More Information & Play A Violin
To learn more, ask a question or play our violins please contact us using the button below.
