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    Sam O. Sortland

    b. 1899

    SORTLAND, Sam O. Born 1899 Norway, Worked circa. 1930-1980 Seattle, Washington USA. Assisted by Albert Baughey. 37 violins, eight violas, and one cello on Stradivari models. Oil varnishes and local materials. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth
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    SORTLAND, Sam O. Born 1899 Norway, Worked circa. 1930-1980 Seattle, Washington USA. Assisted by Albert Baughey. 37 violins, eight violas, and one cello on Stradivari models. Oil varnishes and local materials. [Wenberg]

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