Bow & Bridge Violin and bow makers, as the old books printed them

Howard, O. M.

Historical maker

Named in 1 book.

What the books printed

The Violinist's Guide, Chicago: The Violinist Publishing Company, 1916. p. 31.

m. — Alhambra, Cal. American maker, born Missouri, 1871. Began making about seventeen years ago. Output limited. Follows Strad model, using eucalyptus wood for scrolls.

The Violinist's Guide, Chicago: The Violinist Publishing Company, 1916. Page 31, scan 34.

Howard, O. M.  m.  Alhambra, Cal.

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Same town, same time

1 other Alhambra maker has a year in the 1800s.

born 1856 Smyser, L. A.

All Alhambra makers

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