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William Henley's Dictionary of Violin and Bow Makers
states the following about the maker.
Paul Blanchard. Born Mirecourt 1851.
Apprenticed to August Darte, 1865, who taught him the Vuillaume principles. Worked for Daniel at Marseilles, and for Silvestre at Lyons. Established own workshops 1870. Received medals at various French Exhibitions since 1889. Died 1912. A keenly interested worker, only satisfied with the best he could accomplish, and having all the requisite knowledge regarding the practical construction of an ever improving instrument. Many instruments were made by his assistants and were considered to be excellent violins within their class.
Fine quality violin by Ch.J.B.Collin-Mezin, dated 1937. £3,450.00 stock no. WP16
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The label is inscribed:
Ch. J.B. COLLIN-MEZIN Fils
1937 Maitre - Luthier 18 bisextra
MÉDAILLE D'OR- Exposition Universelle 1900
PARIS
A lovely warm violin with lots of character from a very sought after maker, these quality Collin-Mezin instruments are becoming increasingly difficult to find. In beautiful condition without damage or repairs, just very minor varnish blemishes. Made from selected woods and set up with rosewood fittings and with the original pegs. Fitted with Dominant strings and supplied in a new case. The length of the one piece back is 14.1/8 inches (35.8 cm.). This is a violin with a lovely sweet tone, well balanced with a clear smooth treble and a superb growl to the bass. A fine instrument for collector or player, highly recommended!
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