Publisher's Synopsis
""Joseph Guarnerius, His Work And His Master"" is a book written by Horace Petherick and published in 1906. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and work of Joseph Guarnerius, one of the most celebrated violin makers of all time. Petherick delves into Guarnerius' family background, his apprenticeship under his father, and his rise to prominence as a master craftsman. The book also includes detailed descriptions of Guarnerius' violins, their construction, and their tonal qualities. Petherick's research is based on firsthand accounts and interviews with Guarnerius' contemporaries, as well as his own observations of Guarnerius' instruments. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and craftsmanship of violins, as well as the life and work of one of the greatest violin makers of all time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.