Dictionary of Violin Makers by C. Stainer

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C.Stainer, son to Sir John Stainer, prepared a well organized information packed dictionary on violin makers of 100+ years ago & earlier. lots of useful info bits on the old makers. Very similar to the work of L. G. Langwill for Wind-Instruments, However Stainer lived sixty+ years earlier. Edited by Sir John Stainer, c. aprox. 1896 $14

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The VIOLIN and Old Violin Makers, with Labels: by Mason Clarke

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An HISTORICAL, REGIONAL and BIOGRAPHIC ACCOUNT of VIOLIN and IT'S MAKERS, with LABELS of OLD MASTERS, 1890-1895(?). A Fantastic account of makers, instruments, wood, labels, and Biographies. Organized by Region. The Book I look to, when I "consider" a Violin. c. 1897 $14

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Treatise on the Structure & Preservation of the VIOLIN: by J.H. Otto

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A Treatise on the Structure & Preservation of the VIOLIN and all other Bow-Instruments, by J.H. Otto. Incredible history & technical data concerning the violin. A Huge! resource. An enjoyable read. Rich with notes from the translator, which are as enjoyable as the main text. what a great book!. translated by John Bishop c. 1906 $14

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Violin Manufacture in Italy: and its German Origins

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An Historical Sketch; by Dr. Edmund Schebek. Translated from the original german by Walter E. Lawson. Well researched historical argument concerning the origins of the Violin as we know it. An absolute jewel to read. c. 1903 $14

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Fiddle Frauds: How to detect them , W. Wolff

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The authors sets out to expose deceptive sellers, dealers and makers of the violin, by explaining how these practices were carried out. An eye opening and valuable resource for all those who may buy, sell and/or collect violins. a 20 page booklet, c. aprox. 1880.
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