Fred Smoke Violin
Name/Title
Fred Smoke ViolinEntry/Object ID
2018.37.1Description
Handmade spruce, maple, and ebony violin and brazilwood bow.Context
This instrument belonged to Fred Smoke, a philanthropic Morgan Township farmer who acquired his fortune through personal frugality and skill with the stock market. It was likely made for Smoke by his father, Christian Smoke, a carpenter and farmer.Acquisition
Accession
2018.37Made/Created
Date made
1884 - 1936Exhibitions
Connections
Against the Grain