Scan 261
The violin: its famous makers and their imitators, 1875
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1Germany and Italy at this period, and in coming to England he very likely felt that a new field of labour was open to him. The instruments of Rayman are of a somewhat rough exterior, but full of character. The form is flat, considering the general style of the work. The sound-holes are striking, although not graceful in any way. The scroll is diminutive, but well cut. The varnish is very fine.
3Rook, Joseph, London, 1800.
4Ross, London, 1562. Made Viols and Bandoras.
5Ross, London. 1600. Son of the above.
6Shaw, London, 1655.
7Simpson, London, 1785.
9John Simpson,
10Musical Instrument Maker,
11At the Bass Viol and Flute,
12in Sweeting's Alley,
13Opposite the East door of the Royal Exchange,
14London.
16Smith, Henry, London, 1629. Maker of Viols.
17Smith, Thomas, London. Pupil of Peter Wamsley, and his successor at the Harp and Hautboy.
18Made by Thos. Smith, at the Harp and Hautboy, in Piccadilly, London. 1756
20Smith, William, London, about 1770.
22William Smith,
23Violin Maker,
24Hedon. 1786
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