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The violin: its famous makers and their imitators, 1909
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1Gamba; the words are, "Nathaniel Cross wrought my back and belly," the sides and scroll being the work of his partner.
3Norris, John, London, born 1739; died 1818.
4Articled to Thomas Smith, the successor of Peter Wamsley. Similar work to that of Thomas Smith.
6Made by Norris and Barnes, Violin, Violoncello, and Bow Makers, To their Majesties, Coventry Street, London.
8He became a partner of Robert Barnes.
10Pamphilon, Edward, London, 17th century. The Violins of this maker were formerly much prized.
11The model is very high, and the appearance somewhat grotesque. It is to be regretted that the splendid varnish often found on these instruments was not put upon better work.
13Panormo, Vincent. (See Italian School.)
15Panormo, Joseph, London. Son of Vincent Panormo. His work was excellent. His Violoncellos are decidedly superior to his Violins.
17Panormo, George Lewis, London. Brother of the above. Made Violins of the Stradivari pattern.
19Panormo, Louis, London. Made Guitars chiefly.
21Parker, Daniel, London, 18th century. This is another maker of the English school, who was possessed of exceptional talent, and whose instruments are well worthy of attention from those in search of good Violins at a moderate cost. To
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