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William Lundie Violin

MakerMade by William Lundie (Aberdeen, Scotland)

Datec.1780

Object NameViolin

Mediummaple, pine, helicore (steel), ebony and brass bow: brazil wood, ebony frog, horsehair

ClassificationsApplied Art

Dimensions3.7 × 21 × 58.5cm

AcquisitionPresented in 2013.

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDMS082675

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About MeWilliam Lundie was not merely a maker of fiddles. By advertising his profession on a label within the violin, he was advertising that he was a dedicated craftsman. This suggests an interesting picture of the elegance and sophistication of Aberdeen society in the 18th century.
An established violin maker in the town highlights that there was demand for recreational artefacts. These are just as much an indicator of sophistication and affluence as, for example, a silversmith or jeweller.
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A beautifully crafted violin using a combination of maple, pine, ebony and brazil wood. Such craftsmanship was highly prized in late eighteenth century Aberdeen society with ownership symbolising sophistication and status.