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Terry Allan Hall Junior Member
Joined: 01 Dec 2007 Posts: 3 Location: New Fairview, Rep. O' Tejas
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Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2007 11:17 am Post subject: Where in N. Texas to have our Amati violin evaluated |
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A few years ago, I inherited my mother's Amati violin and am wanting to have it evaluated for value...I don't play violin and nobody else in our family really does, either (my daughter plays some, but she prefers her Fender electric fiddle)...and I feel like this is entirely too fine an instrument to languish in my closet, unplayed.
So, basically, I'm going to find it a new home, but I'd like to get what it's worth, so I can send my daughter to college, which I know my mother would be pleased about.
Any suggestions as to how to proceed?
Thanking all in advance!
TAH |
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Shirley Senior Member
Joined: 13 May 2007 Posts: 178 Location: West of Denver, Colorado, USA
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 4:15 pm Post subject: |
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Hi, Terry - It is possible that you have not received a reply just yet because there is universal doubt that you have a true Amati. Not that you might, but a visit to just about any reputable violin shop should quell any doubts.
If you want a true appraisal, ask at one of the shops for a referral. That should put you in touch with a good appraiser.
Even if your violin is not an original Amati, it could still be a very good instrument, and its sale could help at least a bit towards your daughter's education.
Good luck! Shirley |
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Terry Allan Hall Junior Member
Joined: 01 Dec 2007 Posts: 3 Location: New Fairview, Rep. O' Tejas
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Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 4:35 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks, Shirley, but yes, it's very definitely an Amati...possibly some you you may remember my Mother as Maryland Sue Stanley (she performed under her maiden name)...this instrument was authenticated back in 1948, but over the years, the paperwork has been lost, as it didn't come with her violin and other possessions.
My musical endeavors went in a different direction (singer/songwriter/folk-jazz guitarist) than her classical one, and I merely was hoping for someone to point me in the right direction in this matter...one member here was kind enough to PM me about Cadenza Violins, in Plano, so I'll probably run out there next week and have them do an assessment, unless someone has a better suggestion.
BTW, I can understand why my post may have been construed as a scam...lots of "Strats", "Amatis" and other Masterworks out there in the market for the unwary. |
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Mat Roop Senior Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 911 Location: Wyoming Ontario
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Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 12:31 am Post subject: |
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Try this site to get started... good luck... Mat |
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Mat Roop Senior Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 911 Location: Wyoming Ontario
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Andres Sender Super Member
Joined: 23 Mar 2007 Posts: 275 Location: N. CA
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Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 2:18 pm Post subject: |
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Go someplace reputable and get a certificate and written valuation before you sell/consign. I can't speak directly to the reputation of the Dallas 'branch', but for a local place the Dallas Beare's seems as good as one could hope to do:
http://www.beares.com/dallas.html
When the time comes to consign or sell it you might consider this shop in Chicago:
www.darntonhersh.com |
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Jack Rushing Member
Joined: 23 Mar 2007 Posts: 170
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 7:34 pm Post subject: |
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Terry Allan Hall,
Hi, It would be nice, if you could post a picture of your Amati
for us, before you sell it.
Thank You |
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Terry Allan Hall Junior Member
Joined: 01 Dec 2007 Posts: 3 Location: New Fairview, Rep. O' Tejas
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 11:23 pm Post subject: |
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JacK Rushing wrote: | Terry Allan Hall,
Hi, It would be nice, if you could post a picture of your Amati
for us, before you sell it.
Thank You |
Certainly...
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mapleleaf_gal Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 73 Location: tucson, az
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Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 12:54 am Post subject: |
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hello
do you know which amati it was (there was a whole family that made) and what year it is?
i'd be curious to know... _________________ http://sgwhiteviolins.googlepages.com/home |
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Andres Sender Super Member
Joined: 23 Mar 2007 Posts: 275 Location: N. CA
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Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 7:15 pm Post subject: |
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I suspect 'which' Amati will prove to be an academic question, as this instrument has the appearance of not having been made by any of them. |
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mapleleaf_gal Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 73 Location: tucson, az
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Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 12:16 am Post subject: |
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Andres Sender wrote: | I suspect 'which' Amati will prove to be an academic question, as this instrument has the appearance of not having been made by any of them. |
i agree. but i wanted to ask that to prove a point that it is indeed NOT an amati. i can tell just by looking at it that it was probably made in the 20th century. varnish, arching, corners. those alone prove that it is not an authentic instrument. but unless you study this stuff, then you have no clue and can be lead to believe that it is real. _________________ http://sgwhiteviolins.googlepages.com/home |
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Becky Senior Member
Joined: 09 Apr 2007 Posts: 83
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Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 1:18 pm Post subject: |
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How does one go about studying how to identify violins? Are there any good books to read or is it something you just learn as you work with the instruments? |
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Andres Sender Super Member
Joined: 23 Mar 2007 Posts: 275 Location: N. CA
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Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:00 pm Post subject: |
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You can learn a lot by studying photos, so long as you are looking for the right things. Of course ultimately real expertise is a result of looking at instruments in person
What to look at and how to look at it is not in any books that I know of, but some very useful comments have been made by knowledgeable people over at Maestronet, where there are a number of threads on identification. |
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Jack H. Super Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 346 Location: Israel
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Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:47 pm Post subject: |
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Andres Sender wrote: | I suspect 'which' Amati will prove to be an academic question, as this instrument has the appearance of not having been made by any of them. |
I will whole heartedly concur. |
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mapleleaf_gal Member
Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 73 Location: tucson, az
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Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 8:58 pm Post subject: |
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Becky wrote: | How does one go about studying how to identify violins? Are there any good books to read or is it something you just learn as you work with the instruments? |
working in a shop and seeing them in person is a great way to learn. as well as reading books. but seeing them in person day in and day out is the best. _________________ http://sgwhiteviolins.googlepages.com/home |
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