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

The Classical violin bow (The violin bow, part II)

Roland Baumgartner, Basel: an expert dedicated to antique violins

Crossing borders: on the history of violin making in western Bohemia

Violin makers and masters: archive "S-U"

Violin makers and masters: archive "J-L"

The violin: How to select a violin, provenance, value and appraisal

Mirecourt’s new masters: contemporary violin making in Mirecourt

Older Mittenwald violin, 1960's

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