Gasparo da Salò

Italian violin maker and craftsman

Gasparo da Salò - Italian violin maker and craftsman
Born

1540
485 years ago

Died

April 14th, 1609
415 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A prominent violin maker, contributions to string instrument making are foundational in the development of the violin. Active during the late 16th century, established the tradition of lutherie in Italy. Workshops produced violins that influenced future designs, laying groundwork for subsequent makers. Techniques for crafting and finishing instruments were innovative, creating high-quality violins that appealed to musicians of the period.

Established a violin-making tradition in Italy

Influenced later renowned makers such as Stradivari

Innovated techniques in violin crafting

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