This violin was stored in a branded case made using natural biodegradable fibers, and was stepped on by a child.​

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It was severely damaged, with huge cracks on the top plate, and cracks on bottom plate near the end block but luckily no soundpost crack.

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All the cracks were put back together, with 9 patches, 24 support cleats, and a new bass bar installed.

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The restoration took approximately 3-4 months. The violin sounds at least as good as it was before it was damaged. The remaining imperfections are all cosmetic, and can be restored to its original state (owner requested a rush job).

 

Many famous violins, including those by Stradivarius and Guarneri Del Gesu have undergone massive restorations as well. As long as the violin is restored well by a good luthier, a restored violin will have no problems arising from previous damages.