Son of Hart,George (1). Born 1860. More of a connoisseur than an actual maker (though trained in Paris), and followed up the honourable traditions of his predecessors. Established in Wardour Street, London, where he had reason to be proud of the past, and gained confidence from all classes of violinists, amateurs, and collectors in the present. His personality, independent thought, and vast opportunities of handling valuable instruments, caused all violin enthusiasts to regard him as one occupying the highest estate in his particular domain. Employed a staff of skilled workmen (French and English), and we believe they greatly participated (if not entirely) in the construction of instruments labelled “Hart and Son”, a junction of labour perfectly justified by results. Outline, arching, and entire contour truly harmonious, together with all possible accuracy of detail, but no outstanding individuality for future generations to particularise. Finely executed scroll, somewhat deeply carved. Edges beautifully rounded, completely in the Italian style. Full margins at 1/8th of an inch beyond the purfling. Purfling of course, perfection itself. Sound-holes delineated quite artistically. Finest grain spruce, and the most picturesque maple. Golden-red oil varnish of delightful transparency. Tonal quality excellent, though unavoidably new. £80, 1959.
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Hart & Son
Makers
28 Wardour Street
18 London 90
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Son of Hart,George (1). Born 1860. More of a connoisseur than an actual maker (though trained in Paris), and followed up the honourable traditions of his predecessors. Established in Wardour Street, London, where he had reason to be proud of the past, and gained confidence from all classes of violinists, amateurs, and collectors in the present. His personality, independent thought, and vast opportunities of handling valuable instruments, caused all violin...