Name/Title
Violin CaseEntry/Object ID
70.171.4a-dDescription
A violin, bow, and wooden case. The case is constructed of wood with a convex top to accommodate the violin’s shape and features a swing handle and two hook-and-eye closures, both showing visible wear. Its interior is unpadded, lined with brown striped cloth that loosely covers the violin. The bow, made of wood, is D-shaped and lacks its original horsehair; it rests in a designated holder on the upper interior of the case. The violin itself is wooden, with a scroll top, four tuning pegs, two F-holes, and a single chin rest. It is missing all of its strings.Collection
Genesee Country Village and MuseumMade/Created
Date made
1825 - 1880Time Period
19th CenturyNotes
The Violin was made in 1825 and the case in 1880.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Makers MarkLocation
BridgeTranscription
"MEOMAS AMATUS FECIIN CREMONA 1617 / VUILLAUM"Material/Technique
InscribedOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Other NumberOther Number
70.171.a-dDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
9 inLength
31-1/4 inDimension Notes
Violin a: H: 2 1/2" L: 23" W: 8"
Case b: H: 3 1/2" L: 31 1/4" W: 9"Material
Wood, Brass, Mother-of-pearl, Horsehair
