Violin by Richard Tobin
Cork Ireland c. 1800

This violin was made during the time he worked for Bartholomew Murphy.
The violin is branded "Tobin, Cork" below the button of the back in the style of Thomas Perry of Dublin, with whom Tobin apprenticed.  
The small model of this violin is unique; the back measure just 348mm.
The condition is excellent: a small acoustical patch in the back enables position of the soundpost.
Tobin is reputed to be the finest scroll cutter in English history; this instrument shows the great ability he had in that respect.
This violin is rich and warm sounding, and very easy to play.  It is perfect for the player with small hands who wants a violin of quality.