Boston School
Raoul Rettberg
Boston, worked 1902–1930
Violin and bow maker. Moved to New York 1921, working with Martin Lange to develop their ‘Gala’ instruments. Own model with local materials and commercial pre-cut necks. Also made copies of Stradivari and Guarneri. Raoul Rettberg / 2 Park Square. / Bostn. Mass. — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Boston, 1930 | — | October 2004 | £445 |
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Biographies
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John Dilworth+
RETTBERG, Raoul Worked circa. 1902-1930 Boston, Massachusetts & New York USA. Violin and bow maker. Moved to New York 1921, working with Martin Lange to develop their ‘Gala’ instruments. Own model with local materials and commercial pre-cut necks. Also made copies of Stradivari and Guarneri. Raoul Rettberg / 2 Park Square. / Bostn. Mass.
Henri Poidras+
Boston (2, Park Square). Contemporary bow maker.
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