Nicolò Gagliano (active. c. 1730s – 1787 in Naples, although there is some discussion about the exact dates) (also known as Nicolo, Nicola or Nicolaus Gagliano - also known as Nicolò I, to differentiate him from Nicolò II, his grandson), was the eldest son of Alessandro Gagliano. He made many admirable instruments, often imitated.

 

Nicolò is often considered the greatest luthier in the Gagliano family and his work the pinnacle of Neapolitan violin-making. His instruments have bold and well-proportioned archings, with the scrolls having a distinctive elongated pegbox and small tight spiral. 

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This is a beautiful violin in fine condition, with especially quality flamed maple, compared with the rather plain maple found in many Gaglianos. 

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text sourced in part from Wikipedia