Miniature violin, hand-written label "Robert Lüer, Gera Reuss, 1906," spruce top, figured maple ribs and two-piece back, housed along with a miniature bow in a lined rosewood case, violin body: approx 7 9/16"l, case: approx 13 7/8"l, 5"w, 3.25"d, 1.25lbs total

6.24.24-In my opinion regarding LOT: 3256-I am not an expert on musical instruments, so can only speak to what I see, the case is intact with some spotting and light wear, hinges are tight and operate correctly, the bow appears intact with some yellowing to the lower element, the wood part that holds the strings up, simply rests on center instrument, it is removable, I do not note any major breaks or loss to body, there is some wear at corners and a small inherent imperfection at the front body, see image, the neck is a different color on the back, there is a small piece of wood sitting in the bottom of the case however, I do not see what it may have been a part of,  I am unable to speak to the sound or operational status

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