Milan School
Mario Tarasconi
Milan, 1886–1925
Mario TARASCONI (1886-1925) was an Italian violin maker, son of Giuseppe Tarasconi. He trained under Bernard of Liege, E. Laurant of Brussels, and Ornati of Milan, working in various European cities including Saronno, Milan, Paris, Liège, and Brussels. He employed Stradivari-derived and original models, often using a dark orange varnish, though his workmanship w as not being of the highest quality.
Auction price history
Highest auction price
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| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.1 cm Milan, 1924 | — | April 2010 | £7,070 |
| Violin Bow | S/E 58 g. | — | June 1991 | £1,760 |
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Maker Overview
Life
Mario TARASCONI (1886-1925) was born in Saronno, Milan, Italy. He was the son of Giuseppe Tarasconi.'s Italian violin makers, he worked in Milan and Paris. John Dilworth's The Brompton's Book of Violin & Bow Makers further specifies that he worked for Barnard in Liège, Laurent in Brussels, and Ornati in Milan.
Characteristics
- Models
- Mario Tarasconi utilized Stradivari-derived and original models for his instruments.
- Varnish
- His instruments were characterized by a dark orange varnish.
- Workmanship
- John Dilworth notes that his workmanship and design were not of the highest quality.
- Label
- An example of his labeling includes "Mario Tarasconi / Saronno Milano Anno 1925 M.T.S.M.".
- Mario Tarasconi
Saronno Milano Anno 1925John Dilworth
Influence and legacy
- Mentorship: Mario Tarasconi was a pupil of Bernard of Liege (also referred to as Barnard), E. Laurant of Brussels (also referred to as Laurent), and Ornati of Milan.
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
TARASCONI, Mario Born 1886, died 1925 Saronno, Milan Italy. Son of Giuseppe Tarasconi, above. Worked for Barnard in Liège, Laurent in Brussels, and Ornati in Milan. Stradivari-derived and original models. Dark orange varnish. Workmanship and design not of the highest quality. Mario Tarasconi / Saronno Milano Anno 1925 M.T.S.M.
Karel Jalovec+
Milan, Paris. 20th century. Son of Giuseppe Tarasconi and pupil of Bernard of Liege, E. Laurant of Brussels and Ornati of Milan.
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