Violin made in the Dieudonné workshop, Mirecourt, circa 1930

About the Dieudonné workshop

Amédée Dieudonné was born in 1890 and served his apprenticeship in Mirecourt with Gustave Bazin, son of Charles Bazin. His apprenticeship began at the age of 14: by 19 Dieudonné had moved to Brussels to work for the Darche firm. In 1920, Dieudonné established his own workshop in Mirecourt, producing violins under his own label as well as for many other firms.

The workshop was in business from 1920 until 1957. Dieudonné typically employed two or three luthiers and two apprentices at one time, training around 20 apprentices during his career.

Dieudonné was also a musician himself, conducting and playing the violin in a Mirecourt orchestra for several years. He died in 1960, having played a significant role in the revival of top-class French violin making.

About this violin

This violin was made in Mirecourt around 1930 and is modelled after the instruments of Stradivari.

The violin has a two piece back of highly figured maple, with ribs and scroll of similar wood. The front is two pieces of straight-grained spruce, and the varnish is an unshaded rich red.

The violin has a length of back of 357 mm.

How does it sound?

This is a bright, zingy violin that is great fun to play! It's very responsive and sings all the way up the G string.

Condition

The violin is in excellent condition. The soft varnish has developed a pronounced texture over the years.

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