Country/City:Australia/SydneyeditBirth:1912edit - died:2005editMaker Type:LuthierseditSchool:SydneyeditFather:Smith,Arthur EdwardTeacher: Smith,Arthur Edward
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SMITH, Kate Denereaz (Kitty) (1912-2005) Learned violin making from her father, A.E. Smith. Began working at A.E. Smith & Co. in the 1930s. Moved to PNG late 1930s and returned to Smith's in 1941. Became managing director of the company in early 1960s until its closure in 1972. First violin was made when she was 16 and has made about 40 instruments. Awarded a diploma at the International Exhibition of Violin Makers at The Hague in 1949. Shops |
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