Nicola Amati

Italian string instrument maker

Nicola Amati - Italian string instrument maker
Born

1596
429 years ago

Died

April 12th, 1684
340 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An influential instrument maker, celebrated for crafting violins during the 17th century. Established a prominent workshop in Cremona, Italy, which contributed significantly to the development of string instruments. Worked in collaboration with notable luthiers and trained future masters, including Guarneri and Stradivari, thereby shaping the craft of violin making. The quality of instruments produced became a benchmark for future generations of luthiers.

Founded the Amati violin-making tradition

Trained renowned luthiers like Guarneri and Stradivari

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