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    Alvin C. Baker

    Aurelius NY, New York, b. 1862

    BAKER, Alvin C. Born 1862 Alfred, New York USA. Self-taught amateur maker. Coarse work. Soundholes without nicks. Linings used only on the centre bouts. Manuscript label. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth
    Worked Aurelius NY, New York
    Made Violin
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    Auction Price History

    Highest auction price

    £437
    Type Details Auction house Sold Price
    Violin35.8 cm Aurelius, NY, 1893—July 2007£392
    Violin35.8 cm Aurelius, NY, 1893—July 2006£437

    Biographies

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    John Dilworth+

    BAKER, Alvin C. Born 1862 Alfred, New York USA. Self-taught amateur maker. Coarse work. Soundholes without nicks. Linings used only on the centre bouts. Manuscript label. [Wenberg]

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