This is a very rare violin by Li Zhihua (with certificate). Li Zhihua's violins are mainly traded in Europe and the United States, and this violin is sold for over 1 million yen at musical instrument stores in the US. https://fiddlershop.com/products/li-zhihua-cremona-2023-guarneri-cannone-violin It adopts the Guarneri del Ges “Cannone” 1743 model, one of his specialties! Due to its high level of completion, it is highly regarded by musical instrument stores and performers. In recent years, the prices of instruments by young makers have been on the rise due to the weak yen and rising prices. Works by talented young makers like Li Zhihua are expected to increase in value in the future. This violin seems to be the last of his instruments. [Product Condition] It has an antique finish, giving it a well-used feel, but there is no noticeable damage and it is generally a beautiful item. Each part has been inspected. It is ready to play immediately. In my subjective opinion, the sound blends very naturally in ensembles, and it has the power to highlight your own phrases while harmonizing with the surrounding instruments. In particular, the nuances of vibrato are clearly conveyed in the sound, allowing for a high degree of freedom in emotional expression. It is a very enjoyable instrument to play. It also has excellent controllability. It gives a sense of security that it will produce the sound according to the player's intentions, and it can be said to be a reliable partner when challenging difficult pieces. Also, since this instrument was made recently, the sound will become even deeper as you play it in. Accessories include a dedicated case and a certificate. This is the only used item currently available, so please take this opportunity to purchase it. Li Zhihua is a rising stringed instrument maker active in Cremona. He studied under Giovanni Colonna and Nicholas Gamberini, disciples of Maurizio Bissolotti, and graduated from the Cremona School of Stringed Instrument Making. He currently has his own workshop in Cremona and is working on making violins with an antique finish.