William Mackrel Rief (Ruef)
worked 1855–1921
William Mackrel b. Germany, Worked circa. 1855-1921 Iowa USA. Emigrated to the USA 1855. Established in Iowa as a farmer and part-time luthier. 21 violins on Stradivari model. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth
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William Mackrel b. Germany, Worked circa. 1855-1921 Iowa USA. Emigrated to the USA 1855. Established in Iowa as a farmer and part-time luthier. 21 violins on Stradivari model. [Wenberg]
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