Lutherie – Page 23
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Top lots from the London sales
A record-breaking Gofriller and possibly the oldest British viola drew Kevin MacDonald’s attention in the March auctions
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Ask the Experts: How to look after your bow
Four bow makers advise on how best to look after a new bow to maintain both its performance and potential resale value
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Did the Cremonese have access to wood with unique special qualities?
Were the old Cremonese luthiers really using better woods than those available to other makers in Europe? In this article from 2013, Terry Borman and Berend Stoel presented a study of density that suggested otherwise
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How to ensure the long-term health of your bow
There's more to looking after your bow than simply replacing the hair, writes Peg Baumgartel, and avoiding big problems is all about staying on top of minor repairs
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From the Archive: a violin by J.B. Vuillaume, 'ex-Kreisler', 1845
This illustration of an 1845 violin by J.B. Vuillaume was published in The Strad, January 1987
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Buying a stringed instrument – a comprehensive guide
Purchasing an instrument is as much about rigorous auditioning as it is about falling in love. Violin maker Guy Rabut recommends a step-by-step approach to finding the ultimate partner
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From the Archive: A violin by A.S.P. Bernadel, Avignon, 1850
This illustration of a violin by A.S.P. Bernadel was published in The Strad, January 1976
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From the Archive: a violin by Sanctus Seraphin, Venice 1744
This illustration of a violin by Sanctus Seraphin was published in The Strad, July 1974
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From the Archive: a violin by Giuseppe Guarneri 'del Gesù', Cremona, 1736, 'The Pollitzer-Koessler'
This illustration of a violin by Joseph Guarneri 'del Gesù' was published in The Strad, May 1974
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From the Archive: a violin by Antonio Stradivari, Cremona, 1692
This illustration of a violin by Antonio Stradivari was published in The Strad, May 1976
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From the Archive: a violin by Albani, Bozen, 1694
This illustration of a violin by Mathias Albani was published in The Strad, August 1974
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From the Archive: a violin by Nicolo Amati, Cremona, 1660-70
This illustration of a violin by Nicolo Amati was published in The Strad, April 1975
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From the Archive: a violin labelled Duiffoprugcar believed to be the work of J.B.Vuillaume
This illustration of a violin labelled Duiffoprugcar was published in The Strad, February 1974
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From the Archive: a violin by Richard Duke, London, c.1770-80
This illustration of a violin by Richard Duke was published in The Strad, August 1972
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From the Archive: a violoncello by Dominicus Montagnana, Venice, 1735
This illustration of a cello by Dominicus Montagnana was published in The Strad, June 1972
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From the Archive: a cello by J.F. Aldric, Paris, 1825
This llustration of a cello by J.F. Aldric was published in The Strad, February 1969.
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From the Archive: the 'Ferdinand David' J.B. Vuillaume, Paris, 1840-5
This illustration of a violin by J.B. Vuillaume was published in The Strad, June 1968
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From the Archive: a violin by Carlo Guadagnini, Turin, 1806
An illustration of a violin by Carlo Guadagnini published in The Strad, September 1961
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Analysing a Mantegazza viola, 1796
The large proportions of this instrument give it a powerful sound that make it ideal for string quartets, says Sam Zygmuntowicz
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Dendrochronology should be more widely used to authenticate violins
Tree-ring dating, is one of the few scientific testing methods available to help authenticate violins, says John Dilworth