Violin by Carlo Bergonzi, 1740
THF107796 / Violin by Carlo Bergonzi, 1740
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Artifact Overview
In the 1920s, Henry Ford purchased several exquisite Italian violins, including this one by Carlo Bergonzi. Bergonzi's violins are prized for their powerful, yet sweet tone. This 1740 violin--one of the finest examples of Bergonzi's work--was owned by William Ackroyd from 1915 to about 1922. Ackroyd was the violin master at the Harrow School, a renowned school for boys located in London.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Violin
Date Made
1740
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by Carlo Bergonzi in Cremona, Italy.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Collections Platform
Object ID
33.250.7
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Maple (Wood)
Spruce (Wood)
Technique
Handmade
Dimensions
Width: 8.125 in
Length: 13.875 in
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