Personal initial assessment
Have a string instrument identified
I review your photos personally and provide a written initial opinion on the origin, age and possible school of your violin, viola or cello.
Watch the photo guide →Photo guide8 required views, with a photo guide
How to photograph your instrument
A smartphone is enough. Your photos do not need to look professional – even lighting, sharp details and the right angle are what matter. The video shows four views of the body, followed by four separate views of the scroll.
Go straight to the view you need
Add your photographs →What the service includes
You receive a written assessment of the features visible in the photographs. I also state clearly when a responsible conclusion requires examination of the original.
- Analysis of features
- Review of model, construction, wood, varnish, scroll and workmanship.
- Written initial opinion
- A clear assessment of origin, period and possible school or workshop.
- Personal reply
- No automated result: I review your information and photographs myself.
Patera Violins · Photographic identification
Your identification order
Instruments in this order
Enter contact and billing details once. Photos and notes are saved separately for each instrument.