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Antonio Stradivari: His Life And Work 1644-1737

Antonio Stradivari: His Life And Work 1644-1737

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ISBN10: 1169235379
ISBN13: 9781169235373
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 94
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Antonio Stradivari: His Life And Work 1644-1737 is a comprehensive biography of the famous Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari written by Victor Carroll Squier. The book provides a detailed account of Stradivari's life and career, from his birth in Cremona, Italy in 1644 to his death in 1737. The author discusses Stradivari's family background, his apprenticeship with the violin maker Nicolo Amati, and his rise to become one of the most renowned luthiers of all time. The book also explores Stradivari's techniques and materials, including his use of special varnishes and his experimentation with different types of wood.In addition to providing a wealth of information about Stradivari's life and work, the book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations of his instruments, as well as detailed descriptions of their construction and sound. Overall, Antonio Stradivari: His Life And Work 1644-1737 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of music and the art of instrument making. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the world of classical music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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