A German-born maker whose father made orga and violi. Started violin making in 1908. Moved to the USA and established a shop in St. Paul in 1922. His last itrument is dated 1956. Made about 75 itruments but also several bows, which are stamped \'CHAS. E. HERBRIG.\'
Arenticed to Ferdinand Bruckner in Budapest and paed his journeyman\'s examination in 1889. Set up his own shop in 1905. Made bows at the begiing of his career, but later concentrated on itruments. His students include Antal Arzt and Laszlo Kalikin.