Gaspar Borchardt violin, 1998, Cremona, ITALY | Metzler Violinsbrilliant, mature, resonant About the Instrument This violins supple tone and clarity are particularly notable in its rich lower timbre, though it is resonant and gorgeous across registers. The varnish is a refined mustard brown over a gold ground as is thoughtfully antiqued. The beautiful grain on the instruments single piece back of curly maple lists to the upper right bout. The flames are also present on the ribs and are particularly striking on