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The violin: its famous makers and their imitators, 1875
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1the work of the same man. They are finely formed, have splendid wood, and rich varnish of a yellowish tint; the bellies are of a mottled character, similar to those of Nicholas Amati at one period of his career. His Violoncellos are among his finest instruments. They are mostly of large size.
3Testore, Carlo Giuseppe, Cremona, about 1690 to 1720. He copied Guarnerius with much success; it is possible that he was a pupil of that famous maker. These instruments are rapidly increasing in value. The work in his best instruments is highly finished.
5Testore, Carlo Antonio, Milan, 1730, son of Giuseppe. Copied Joseph Guarnerius and Amati. These instruments are bold and well made; their tone is excellent.
7Testore, Paolo Antonio, Milan, 1740. Brother of Paolo Antonio. Copied Guarnerius. The varnish is mostly yellow, frequently unpurfled.
9Tononi, Felice, Bologna. These instruments are rather high-built. The varnish is very good.
11Tononi, Guido, Bologna. Made a few Violins of the Amati form.
13Tononi, Carlo Antonio, Venice, 1700. The model varies very much; those of the flat pattern are excellent instruments. They are large, and beautifully made. The varnish, though inferior to that of Sanctus Seraphino, is similar. These Violins are branded above the tail-pin.
15Tononi, Giovanni, Venice, Same characteristics.
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