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    Amati > Makers Archive > H > Charles Vasil Hlinka

    Charles Vasil Hlinka

    Littmanova, 1890–1970

    Self-taught maker. Personal model for viola known as the ‘Victory’. Shaded red varnish. Fine workmanship. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth
    Worked Littmanova
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    HLINKA, Charles Vasil Born 1890 Littmanova Hungary died 1970 Cleveland, Ohio USA. Self-taught maker. Personal model for viola known as the ‘Victory’. Shaded red varnish. Fine workmanship. [Wenberg]

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