Violin By Walter H Mayson 1892 Walter H. Mayson was born in Cheetwood in 1835 and worked primarily in Manchester until his death in 1904. He is known for the fine quality of his later work as well as some of the individual and interesting names he gave to his instruments which are regarded as having a very good and full tone.
This particular example dates from 1892 and is named 'The Druid'.
The violin has a two piece back of maple of a strong medium-broad curl running horizontally across the back from the joint. The ribs, pegbox and scroll are of a similar curl.
The instrument has a two piece pine front with a strong medium-broad grain.
The varnish is a rich orange-brown colour on a yellow ground. Label Reads:
Deus adsit, obsit Mundus.
WALTER H. MAYSON,
MANCHESTER
No. The Druid A.D. 1892
Also signed in ink across the top of label.
Length of back 359mmWidth upper bout 172mmWidth centre bout 115mmWidth lower bout 206mmCondition ReportPlease note that the condition report lists all repairs that have been historically undertaken. The instrument is, however, offered in a fully restored condition and has been fully and professionally setup in our workshops. Any repairs have either been conducted by ourselves or fully inspected and the quality of the repair verified by our workshop. No further repairs are required. Details listed in this condition report are for information purposes only. Excellent original conditionA written valuation for insurance purposes of £3,300 is included with this instrument
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