H. Denis French Violin Mirecourt 1910
This is an H. Denis Violin made in Mirecourt France in 1910 with a label and signature. H. Denis was a luthier active between 1900 and 1930.
The 1927 Collin-Mezin violin is a masterpiece crafted in the renowned Collin-Mezin Workshop, established in the 19th century by Charles Jean Baptiste Collin-Mezin in Paris. After passing in 1923, his son, Charles Collin-Mezin Jr., took over the workshop. In 1925, the workshop moved to Mirecourt, France. Known for producing vibrant instruments with outstanding sound flexibility, the workshop's tradition continues with the 1927 Collin-Mezin violin.
The 1927 Collin-Mezin violin is a masterpiece crafted in the renowned Collin-Mezin Workshop, carrying the rich heritage of its origin. The workshop was established in Paris in the 19th century by Charles Jean Baptiste Collin-Mezin, showcasing his exceptional craftsmanship. Following his passing in 1923, the workshop was taken over by his son and business partner, Charles Collin-Mezin Jr. In 1925, the workshop moved to Mirecourt, France. After Charles Collin-Mezin Jr. died in 1934, the workshop was passed down to his son, Charles J.B. Collin-Mezin III, ensuring the family's violin-making tradition continued. The workshop was highly regarded for producing vibrant instruments with outstanding sound flexibility, a quality that the 1927 Collin-Mezin violin exemplifies.
This is an H. Denis Violin made in Mirecourt France in 1910 with a label and signature. H. Denis was a luthier active between 1900 and 1930.
Charles Collin-Mezin was born in Mirecourt, France, in 1841. He came from a family of luthiers and was skilled in crafting violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows.
Marc Laberte (1880–1963) was trained as a violin maker and joined the family company in 1911. By 1919, the Laberte firm had around 400 craftsmen and was successful. However, the war in 1942 devastated the business, leading to its closure. Despite this, Laberte was known for his exceptional instruments and bows, earning several honours and medals.
This violin has the original Marc Laberte label and bears the number #3010. A second label states Grand Prix Paris 1931, Exposition Internationale Bruxelles 1935 Membre Du Jury, and Exposition Internationale New York 1939. The prices they won before and during the start of the world war 2.
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