Members TinyDanza Posted May 24, 2009 Members Share Posted May 24, 2009 I know this is the "woodwind and brass" forum and my question pertains to a violin, but it seemed the best place to start given the common classical lineage of the instruments. I recently came into possession of very old violin. I am curious as to the make of the instrument. It came with no information and its only discernible trait, at least to my untrained eyes, is the word "Dresden" located on the bridge. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sunburstbasser Posted May 25, 2009 Members Share Posted May 25, 2009 Have you tried looking through the F-holes for any markings? Many makers put the pertinent information there. I have a so-called "Stradivarius," and the only markings are on the inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TinyDanza Posted May 25, 2009 Author Members Share Posted May 25, 2009 Wow never crossed my mind to look there. haModel: Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfis, Faciebat Anno 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sunburstbasser Posted May 25, 2009 Members Share Posted May 25, 2009 Same thing mine is. Apparently, Stradivarius and others would let other makers use their name as a sort of brand. So just like me, you have a false Stradivarius. Still playable, but it isn't a $12 million violin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TinyDanza Posted May 26, 2009 Author Members Share Posted May 26, 2009 rats. This was gonna be my ticket out!ha jokes. i figured as much. has metal tuning machines instead of traditional wood pegs. the scroll was has been broken and glued back and there is some warping under the chin rest. it will be good to learn on though, just needs new strings. thanks for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sunburstbasser Posted May 27, 2009 Members Share Posted May 27, 2009 Thats in better shape than mine. Mine has a cracked headstock and the wooden peg holes don't grip. Machines like yours would be the easiest way to make it playable. Have fun learning! Look around, there might be some instructors to get you on the right path. on a tangent, my nieces both play viola and seem to enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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