We sell fine instruments on behalf of players, collectors and estates, to an established international network of buyers. Publicly through MyLuthier, or discreetly to selected clients.
Bring the instrument in, or send photographs to start. We will give you our view of what it is, what it may achieve on the market, and whether we are the right people to sell it. If we are not, we will say so and suggest a more appropriate route.
| Arrangement | How it works | When it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Consignment | We sell on your behalf | Most cases, and usually the higher return |
Outright purchase | We buy it from you | Exceptional circumstances, when speed matters most |
If we take it on, the instrument is examined at our bench and documented with a full condition report, including infrared and ultraviolet imaging and professional photography, at no cost to you. Prospective buyers expect clarity on condition, provenance and authenticity. Providing that information from the outset allows an instrument to be considered with confidence. Terms are agreed in writing, and the instrument is insured by us for the whole period it is with us.
| Category | Interest | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contemporary makers | Selective | Living makers of established reputation |
| 20th century Italian | Strong | Particularly Poggi, Fiorini and their circle |
| Older Italian | Strong | Certified, or certifiable |
| French tradition | Selective | Vuillaume and the better Mirecourt workshops |
| Fine bows | Selective | French and English, by named makers |
We take instruments from £20,000 and bows from £10,000. We are selective, and we would rather tell you no quickly than hold something that will not sell. Provenance and condition matter more to a buyer than a name on a label, and where an instrument needs a certificate to sell we will tell you and refer you to the appropriate expert.
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Ariel Lang and Pedro Silva started MyLuthier as students at the Royal Academy of Music, and both still play. When we sell an instrument, we are speaking to players and collectors about something we have examined, played and understood ourselves.
"I am thrilled with my brand new instrument. It's a lovely surprise to discover that a new instrument can sound so dark, complex and satisfying. Ariel and Pedro are delightful, knowledgeable and helpful and made the process easy and enjoyable. Highly recommended!"
Anna P. - Google Review
Send us photographs or bring the instrument to our London workshop. We will give you our view of what it is and what it should achieve, with no obligation to sell through us. If we take it on, terms are agreed in writing, the instrument is documented with a condition report, and we offer it publicly or privately as you prefer.
Commission is agreed case by case, depending on the instrument, its value and what the sale is likely to involve. It is set out in writing before the instrument is offered for sale, and there are no separate fees for photography, imaging or listing.
Consignment in most cases, which usually returns more to the seller. We buy outright in exceptional circumstances, where a seller needs certainty or speed more than the highest figure. We will tell you honestly which we think is right for your situation.
We take instruments from £20,000 and bows from £10,000. Below that we are not the right route, and we are happy to suggest somewhere that is.
Most instruments sell within a year. Some go in weeks. Anyone who promises you a date is guessing, and the honest answer is that it depends on the instrument, the price and who is looking at the time.
Yes. The instrument is insured by us for the whole consignment period, including while it is on trial with a prospective buyer or shown at an event. The agreed value is set out in the consignment agreement.
Yes, at no cost. Every instrument we take on is examined at our bench and documented with a full condition report and professional photography.
Yes. Depending on the instrument and your preference, we can market it publicly through MyLuthier or approach suitable buyers privately, with no public listing and no announcement. Estates and professional players often prefer the private route, and it costs nothing in reach because the buyers for an instrument at this level are people we already know.