Brescia school of violin making
GPTKB entity
Statements (59)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musician
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
string instruments
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| gptkbp:characteristics |
robust construction
elegant design rich tonal quality |
| gptkbp:contributed_to |
violin making tradition
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| gptkbp:exhibitions |
frequently displayed in museums
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
Brescian violins
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| gptkbp:founded |
16th century
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
important in violin history
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Brescia school of violin making
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| gptkbp:influenced |
modern violin making
European violin making |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Italian_Renaissance
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| gptkbp:instrument |
violins
often featured in documentaries cellos double basses violas influenced by local traditions often displayed in exhibitions crafted with precision have a rich history often restored to original condition valued for craftsmanship celebrated for their beauty used in orchestras associated with famous musicians often used in recordings often restored by luthiers often featured in concerts often auctioned at high prices part of significant collections associated with Baroque music considered collector's items exhibit unique tonal qualities have been played by renowned soloists have historical provenance have unique sound characteristics influenced by Italian craftsmanship often appraised by experts often sought after by musicians played by soloists reflect regional characteristics |
| gptkbp:known_for |
high-quality violins
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| gptkbp:legacy |
continues to inspire makers
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Brescia,_Italy
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| gptkbp:notable_figures |
gptkb:Nicola_Amati
gptkb:Andrea_Amati gptkb:Giuseppe_Guarneri |
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Cremonese_school_of_violin_making
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| gptkbp:style |
Baroque style
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| gptkbp:technique |
varnishing methods
wood selection graduation of wood handcrafted instruments arching patterns |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Giovanni_Paolo_Maggini
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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