William Henley's Dictionary of Violin and Bow Makers
states the following about the maker.
BAZIN Gustave born Mirecourt 1881.
Son of Charles Bazin, worked for Collin-Mezin. Surmounted all the insuperable difficulties of violin and cello making. Splendid examples of French work. Of service to the best orchestral players. Very commendable varnish. Died 1920.

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French violin by Gustave Bazin, circa 1900. £2,650.00 stock no. WP27
Dvorak's Humouresqe.
The label is inscribed:
Gustave BAZIN,
Elève de Darte-Vuillaume,
Ex Ouvrier de M. Ch.-J.-B. Collin-Mezin,
de PARIS

A fine quality violin by a well known French maker Gustave Bazin. This maker was the son of the famous Charles Nicolas Bazin who made superb bows. The length of the back is 14.3/16 inches (35.9 cm.). Set up with ebony fittings, Dominant strings and supplied in a new lightweight case. Condition is very good, no repairs other than a very small replaced tip to one of the corners, other than this just small varnish imperfections. The violin has a vibrant rich tone, well balanced with good volume and excellent in the high positions. A well made instrument that is a pleasure to play!

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