This month’s featured instrument is a fine Scottish violin by the celebrated maker James W Briggs made in Glasgow and dated 1924.James Briggs was a maker, an established expert in old violins who ran a shop in Glasgow dealing in instruments. He is recognised as one of the best Scottish makers of the period, ranking alongside … Continue reading Instrument of the month – James W Briggs, 1924
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Instrument of the month – William Luff, 1978
Please see the violin pages for a new arrival, a beautiful English violin by William Luff labelled and dated 1978, it has been in the same family ownership since it was purchased from the maker himself, and is now offered for sale. It even has Luff's original bridge and is in near perfect condition. Please … Continue reading Instrument of the month – William Luff, 1978
New video release
Please take a look at our new short video which can be found at the bottom of our home page. Many thanks for Florence and Elias for coming over for the day and spending time with the crew - details about these two amazing musicians can be found here https://www.duodekacord.com/aboutus
Viola repair
This Viola came in having been dropped and the neck only partially dislodged. Great care had to be taken when easing the neck completely away from the body so as to ensure no further damage. There were two cracks to the ribs and damage to the block to be repaired. The picture shows the neck … Continue reading Viola repair