Violin

Artist/Maker
Unknown
Place Made
Germany
Date Made
1800-1825
Medium
spruce –maple –walnut –gut
Dimensions
LOA 22 3/4; WOA 8; DOA 4
Accession Number
339
Description
Music was an important part of life in Moravian communities, and many members played musical instruments. This violin descended in the family of Salem cabinetmaker, Karsten Petersen.
DESCRIPTION: Violin, spruce top, maple bottom and walnut sides. Probably German manufacture. LOA 28 7/8 (bow)
History
This violin has a history of ownership in Salem.
Credit Line
Old Salem Museums & Gardens Gift of Mrs. T.J. Boyd