Madrid School
Mariano Ortega
Madrid, worked 1820–1855
Fine and tasteful work on Amatisé or Stradivari-derived model. Well-proportioned personal model and fine materials; the head lacking slightly in refinement, the pegbox characteristically slightly stiff. Fine golden-orange varnish. Marianus Ortega, filius Silberi / fecit Matriti Anno 1844, No.7 — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.2 cm [Attributed to] | March 2008 | £3,218 |
| Violin | 1844 | November 1989 | £16,500 |
Biographies
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John Dilworth+
ORTEGA, Mariano Worked circa. 1820-1855 Madrid Spain Son and pupil of Silverio Ortega. Fine and tasteful work on Amatisé or Stradivari-derived model. Well-proportioned personal model and fine materials; the head lacking slightly in refinement, the pegbox characteristically slightly stiff. Fine golden-orange varnish. Marianus Ortega, filius Silberi / fecit Matriti Anno 1844, No.7
George Hart+
Maker and restorer of instruments.
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