Archive

More detailed information about stringed instruments and the history of violin making.

Jérôme Thibouville-Lamy – J.T.L.

The end of violin making in Klingenthal

Violin makers and masters: archive "M-O"

Noteworthy families of Markneukirchen violin makers

Eugène Nicolas Sartory: the modern classic of bow making

International violin making competitions: Ente Triennale Cremona, Concours Etienne Vatelot, VSA competition, Mittenwald violin making competition and other contests

Bazin’s grandchildren: bow making in turbulent times

Old, handmade Mittenwald orchestral violin, 1960's

This good, recommendable Mittenwald violin was handmade in the early 20th century, perhaps an apprentice work, and is a good example of quality handcraftsmanship with a strong, balanced sound, warm, clear and rich in overtones. It was built after Stradivari patterns and is preserved with numerous traces from playing and retouch but crackfree exceptionally well. The top of the instrument was made from medium grained spruce, the one-piece back is from mildly flamed maple. It is a good strong sounding handmade instrument from the traditional center of violin making in Bavaria.

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