Over 25 years, Ryszard conducted numerous experiments, conducted intensive studies, gained valuable experiences, and was influenced by his colleagues, all of which contributed to his gradual perfection of the sound and quality of his instruments.
Ryszard Osowski is a skilled violin maker born in Poland in 1966. In 1993, he moved to Muggendorf, Germany, where he lived with his uncle and learned the local tradition of creating stringed instruments. Due to his passion and talent for violin-making, he secured a position at a prestigious atelier. Additionally, he has established relationships with numerous local violin makers from the Bubenreuth and has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of his instruments.
Over 25 years, Ryszard conducted numerous experiments, conducted intensive studies, gained valuable experiences, and was influenced by his colleagues, all of which contributed to his gradual perfection of the sound and quality of his instruments. His passion for crafting highly advanced violins is evident as he focuses on building stringed instruments while occasionally creating single pieces of cellos and violas.
This French violin was made in 1922 by Amédée Dominique Dieudonné, who specialized in copying Cremona Masters and achieved a superior varnishing technique. He started his own workshop in Mirecourt after the First World War in the 1920s.
Manighetti Violin made in 1938 in Turin, Italy
This is the Gliga Vasile with Lion Head Scroll 4/4 Violin (Instrument Only) Supplied with certificate of authenticity, including photographs, date, measurements, materials with the stamp and signature of the maker, Vasile Gliga.
We have here a Carl Ertl violin Made in 1870 in Presburg, Hungary. Carl Ertl is a luthier from Presburg, Hungary whose instruments show the style and designs of Schweitzer and Leeb.
Moretti Egidio transitioned from cabinetmaking to violin making in 1924-1928. During 1945-1955 in Lavagna, Genoa, his instruments were known for their accuracy and good varnish, with two different labels used - handwritten and printed.
This remarkable 7/8 size 1933 violin exhibits a timeless beauty that reflects Giacchetti's artistic skills.
Giuseppe Giacchetti (1890-1980) studied music and the violin in Rome under Rodolfo Fredi. He later established a workshop in Paris and used a “Roma” label throughout his career. This violin has a “fait a Paris” inscription, indicating it was made in Paris.
In the 1910s, Arthur Edward Smith (1880-1978) established a store in Sydney upon his return to Australia. Smith's workshop on Hunter Street quickly gained a reputation for repairing and selling high-quality stringed instruments. This violin was sold (not made by) AE Smith, Australia's most famous violin maker.
