Mathias Ignaz Brandstaetter

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Mathias Ignaz Brandstaetter created a Stradivari model characterized by well-controlled craftsmanship and finish, although the scroll appeared comparatively clumsy. He used fine materials and typically applied good varnish in a shaded gold to orange-red color. After his death, Anton Hoffmann continued the workshop, completing unfinished instruments, generally employing an inferior dull brown varnish ...Read More while still using the Brandstaetter label. Matthaeus Ignatius Brandstaetter / fecit Viennae Anno 1813 Matthaus ignatins Brandstatter / in Vienna, fecit Anno 1842. Read Less

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