Santo Serafin is believed to have relocated from Udine to Venice around 1720, though the earliest surviving labels bearing his name are dated 1725. Scholars agree that by 1733 he would have established his own workshop, suggesting that during the preceding years he was probably employed by other Venetian makers while refining his personal style. Serafin’s finest instruments come from the early period of his independent career and show a strong influence of the Amati tradition, combined with distinctly Venetian characteristics. His work ranks among the most elegant and accomplished of the Venetian school, distinguished by exceptional craftsmanship, excellent materials, and consistently fine tonal quality. This particular instrument has a rich voice with a dark lower register and a singing treble.