Bow & Bridge Violin and bow makers, as the old books printed them

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Violins and other stringed instruments : how to make them ; with numerous engravings and diagrams, 1906

12 lines. Read by computer on 29 August 2026. Printed page 11. See the scan on archive.org.

1MATERIALS AND TOOLS.
3should be that nearest the tree. The carving of the scroll is one of the most difficult operations in making a violin throughout; and as it either greatly beautifies or entirely spoils the appearance of the whole instrument.
5Fig. 1.—Finished Violin.
7Fig. 2.—Section of Sycamore or Pine cut on the quarter.
9Fig. 3.—Piece marked for Sawing Down.
11Fig. 4.—Jointed Piece for Violin Belly.

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