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dictionary of violin makers, 1928
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1rius model and coated with a tender varnish. He was established at No 31, Coventry St.
3WITHERS (Edward) — London. 22 Leicester Square. Born in 1844, died in 1915. Son, pupil and successor of the one preceding. Like his father, he followed the model of the Cremonese master and gave his work very minute care. His varnish is of a tender composition, an inducement to good tone. Violins by him are esteemed and sought after, and this also applies to his bows, his reputation in England as a bow maker being great. In 1893 he was appointed violin maker to the Duke of Edinburgh. Towards 1870 he made a quartet (2 violins, viola and 'cello), which it is said is the finest known in England and is now in the possession of his sons. It will be noted with interest that the backs of the instruments of this quartet were made out of a beam found in his loft, having been forgotten and left behind by workmen during repairs. This beautiful piece of maple gave him the idea of making this famous quartet. No. 516.
5WITHERS (Edward) — London. 22 Wardour Street. The present proprietors of the firm are: Edward Withers, born in 1870. Bernhard Withers, born in 1873. Douglas Withers, born in 1879. Sons, pupils and successors of Edward Withers; they continue with success the traditions of their father. Their copies of Stradivari, Guarneri and Amati, of which they have made a speciality, are esteemed for their fine construction and excellent tone. They are coated with an oil varnish penetrating well into the wood.
7WITHERS (George) — London. 22 Leicester Square. xixth century maker. Son and grandson of the two EDWARD WITHERS respectively above-mentioned. Following their traditions, he made fine and good instruments after Stradivarius, giving them great care and finish.
9WITHERS (Guarnerius) & WITHERS (Walter-George) — London. Contemporary makers. Sons and successors of George Withers towards 1900. Present proprietors of the well known firm of GEORGE WITHERS & SONS, 22 Leicester Square. Distinguished makers and repairers. The type of their instruments is after
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