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Catalogue of old master violins; added to which is a short historical sketch of the various violin schools, and a list of the principal makers, including an article upon violin construction and repairing, also a list of choice music for the violin, 1900
15 lines. Read by computer on 3 September 2026. Printed page 29. See the scan on archive.org.
116 Italian School Copy of Gennaro Gagliano, Naples, 1767.
2Price, – – – – $250.00
4The back is in two pieces of excellent wood, model is medium and beautiful in outline, the varnish a rich yellowish brown, somewhat worn, giving the violin a very handsome appearance, the tone is full and powerful, yet quite mellow, a fine instrument for solo work.
6517 Carlo Antonio Testoro, Milan, 1735.
7Price, – – – – $300.00
9A large flat model of excellent proportions, the instrument being in fine condition, one crack only in the top, and this has been so well repaired as to be hardly noticeable, the varnish is a yellow brown in color, very handsome appearance, tone full and loud, of great carrying power, just the instrument for an orchestra leader.
11509 Joannes Baptista Guadagnini, Turin, 17—
12Price, – – – – $300.00
14The back is in one piece, with well matched ribs, the varnish is a rich reddish brown in color, very little worn, the model is quite large and full, top and back well arched, what few cracks there are having been beautifully repaired; the whole instrument presenting a very attractive appearance, loud full tone, of great resonance. Just the instrument for a soloist.
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