LOST VIOLIN – DISTINCTIVE ANGEL HEAD SCROLL

A 4/4 violin was left on the IR16 train from Aarau to Bern, Switzerland, on February 26, 2026, at approximately 06:45 AM. Instrument details: * Maker: Adolf König, Brienz (Switzerland) * Year: 1994 * Serial number: 223 * Distinctive feature: Hand-carved angel head instead of a traditional scroll * Additional identifying feature: The instrument has a repaired/supported soundpost crack (“Stimmriss”) The violin was inside: * a black violin case * interior lined with dark navy-blue velvet fabric Due to the highly distinctive angel-head carving, this instrument should be immediately recognizable to violin makers, dealers, restorers, musicians, and collectors. A reward is offered for information leading to the recovery of the instrument. If you have seen this instrument, encountered it for sale, or received any information regarding its whereabouts, please contact me. Any information will be treated confidential.