Joseph Kun 3/4 Ebony Fingerboard
3/4 Violin Fingerboard – Ebony
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We are pleased to offer a 3/4 size violin fingerboard originating from the workshop estate of Joseph Kun (Ottawa, Ontario) — one of Canada’s most respected 20th-century violin makers.
This piece represents authentic workshop material from the Joseph Kun estate.
Description
Instrument: Violin (3/4 size)
Component: Fingerboard
Length: Approx. 10 inches (254 mm)
Wood: Ebony (Diospyros species)
Working Stage: Rough-shaped blank; underside concave scoop partially formed; final surfacing and dressing required
Condition: Structurally sound; minor workshop handling marks consistent with bench material
The ebony shows tight, even grain and uniform density. The blank has been dimensioned and partially shaped, allowing the luthier to complete final cambering, edge dressing, and polishing according to setup preference.
Suitable for 3/4 violin builds or restoration projects.
Provenance
This component originates from the Estate of Joseph Kun.
It was purchased at the Joseph Kun estate auction by Toronto luthier Filip Tomov, and subsequently acquired directly from his workshop through established professional sourcing.
Chain of custody: Joseph Kun Estate → Filip Tomov (Toronto Luthier) → Present Offering
No representation is made that this fingerboard was personally shaped or installed by Joseph Kun.
Availability
Workshop material from the Joseph Kun estate is finite. These items were acquired through careful sourcing from remaining estate stock.
Once sold, comparable pieces cannot be replenished.