Considered one of the most important Brescian violin makers, Giovanni Battista Rogeri was a student of Nicolò Amati in Cremona before settling in Brescia in circa 1675. His style symbiotically combines Cremonese precision with the unpretentious Brescian approach of instrument making. This important instrument is from Rogeri’s most sought after period, and the influence of Amati is evident in many details whilst retaining a typical bold Brescian outline. The back is made of beautifully figured maple, matching the ribs well. The luminous golden varnish highlights the natural beauty of the choice of materials to their best advantage. The instrument has a focused and clear sound, with beautiful sonority in the bass register and a singing treble. It was the trusted instrument of the solo cellist in one of the world’s leading orchestras.