Anton (III) Thir (Thier)
Bratislava, 1765–1837
Active in Vienna c.1790-1837. Broad Stradivari model with heavy edgework. Dark red or orange varnish of good quality. Also made guitars. Antonius Thier filius Mathias / fecit Viennae. Anno 1812 [Benedek] — John Dilworth
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| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.5 cm Pressburg, 1773 Probably by | — | May 2008 | £2,085 |
| Viola | 39.5 cm 1783 | — | March 1994 | £6,900 |
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THIR (THIER), Anton (III) Born 1765, died 1837 Vienna Austria Son of Mathias Thir, below. Active in Vienna c.1790-1837. Broad Stradivari model with heavy edgework. Dark red or orange varnish of good quality. Also made guitars. Antonius Thier filius Mathias / fecit Viennae. Anno 1812 [Benedek]
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