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Giuseppe & Antonio Gagliano

Although born into a prolific violin-making family, Antonio Gagliano was not blessed with the talent of his brother Giuseppe. The instruments that the brothers made in collaboration seldom achieve the visual attractiveness and standard of execution of those made by Giuseppe alone. The difference in workmanship can be seen by comparing the scroll on a violin by Giuseppe Gagliano circa 1780 with the scroll on a violin by Giuseppe and Antonio Gagliano, circa 1800.

The violin circa 1805 would appear to be a true collaboration between the two brothers, whereas the circa 1800 violin is dominated by the hand of Giuseppe, and is difficult to distinguish from the circa 1775 Giuseppe.

Giuseppe & Antonio Gagliano

(fl Naples, c1770–c1800)

Although born into a prolific violin-making family, Antonio Gagliano was not blessed with the talent of his brother Giuseppe. The instruments that the brothers made in collaboration seldom achieve the visual attractiveness and standard of execution of those made by Giuseppe alone. The difference in workmanship can be seen by comparing the scroll on a violin by Giuseppe Gagliano circa 1780 with the scroll on a violin by Giuseppe and Antonio Gagliano, circa 1800.

The violin circa 1805 would appear to be a true collaboration between the two brothers, whereas the circa 1800 violin is dominated by the hand of... Read more

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A violin by Giuseppe & Antonio Gagliano

Naples, 1793

Sons of Nicola Gagliano and brother of Ferdinando, Giuseppe and Antonio Gagliano often collaborated. They were perhaps the most prolific of the third generation of violin makers of this influential... read more

A violin by Giuseppe & Antonio Gagliano

Naples, 1793

Sons of Nicola Gagliano and brother of Ferdinando, Giuseppe and Antonio Gagliano often collaborated. They were perhaps the most prolific of the third generation of violin makers of this influential Neapolitan family. Stylistically they followed the example of their father and teacher, Nicola, who turned to Stradivari and occasionally to Amati for inspiration. This violin, which is built on a very characterful and generous model, has a rich and brilliant tone and belonged to an important Dutch teacher.
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