Topic: William Lewis & Son - what model is this and approx when was it made? Label inside of violin "Ton-Klar the Hermann Made in Germany Expressly for William Lewis and Son Chicago, Illinois No. After WW1 the town's ecomony fell into ruin and so few violin makers were left that a school was started. IME, the different "levels" of instrument are designated as such primarily based on aesthetics (visual aspects of the wood used and care when shading and varnishing) rather than any significant improvement in the instruments. Any one know anything about this? Posted 26 Oct 2007 7:23 pm bump. A composite tailpiece with four integrated fine tuners makes the fine tuning of all strings easy and convenient for the student and teacher. Finally, I've yet to see a Wm. Posted 18 Oct 2007 3:57 pm Pictures. Shopping Cart: Items. The one piece back is of wide figure, the table of narrow grain. Franciscus - Posted - 02/04/2012: 09:03:01. Lewis imported just-above-the-bottom-level student instrument? The violin is about 23" overall and the body is about 14" so it is a full sized instrument.
That's not really saying much! Let me know if you would like pictures. If you change the Ship-To country, some or all of the items in your cart may not ship to the new destination. Inherited this "William Lewis and Son 3/4 size" violin. Vintage/Used Instruments and Mouthpieces. The label says The Lewis and son mad in Germany. The bow looks interesting, too. Until then, get it set up, see what it sounds like, and enjoy playing it if it suits you. You are describing the "second generation" Ton-Klar label (serial number is included on the maker/model label). Is there another label visible through the opposite (treble side) f-hole?
Made Expressly for William Lewis & Son. Here ya go: This will take a few posts. Unstamped German Violin Bow. Fishingcat - Posted - 06/16/2011: 17:09:00. quote: Originally posted by nadiajoliet. My mom has a violin that was her sister's that she thinks was purchased in the early 60s, but she does not know if it was purchased new or used. In addition, in the era with the "Lewis" model, the serial number was printed on the label, not stamped. Item added to your cart. © 2023 Huber Breese Music. What you see is what you will get so please check out the pictures! Giannaviolins - Posted - 06/16/2011: 08:11:02. standard pre-WWII student instrument, not quite the bottom.
Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. It will need repair in order to play but I was wondering what the value of this model would be. Of course, it might have a serial number from the previous year, or even before that. And, the stage and goals of the intended recipient have everything to do with suitability. It has a model number of 100 and a serial number of 4411. TMM10910 - Posted - 08/24/2011: 21:01:47. Brand History: William Lewis & Son is one of the oldest stringed instrument brands still in production. KCFiddles - Posted - 11/20/2011: 08:25:59. The Model Number is WL8OED or WL80ED. Collections: Band & Orchestra, Used.
Serial Number: F5971. Edited by - Franciscus on 11/17/2011 09:22:08. fishingcat - Posted - 11/17/2011: 17:32:49. Seller - 786+ items sold. Normal amount watching.
Thanks for any help you may give me. And a figured, one piece maple back. Manufacturer:||William-Lewis|. The case has been cleaned to the degree that we can clean it. NOTE: Photos of actual instrument. Sorry for the quality.. Posted 19 Oct 2007 3:54 pm Bump.