Dom Nicolò Amati

For the more eminent luthier, 1596-1684, see Nicola Amati.
Violin, ca. 1760 from the Artemio Maestro Versari collection

Dom Nicolò Amati (born Nicolò Marchioni or Nicolò Melchioni;[1] 1662-1752) was an Italian violin maker based in Bologna. In 1687 he entered priesthood. He pursued both careers, priesthood and violin-making, throughout his lifetime.[2]

It is assumed that he took the surname "Amati" as a homage to one of the Amatis, the most famous violin-maker family of the time in Bologna, but he was not himself a member.[2]

His violins are considered of varying quality in workmanship, although they are noted for their high-quality varnish.[3]

His workshop was located in the Santi Cosma e Damiano district.

References

  1. ↑ Roberto Regazzi. "Amati, Dom Nicolò". In L. Root, Deane. Grove Music Online. Oxford Music Online. Oxford University Press. (subscription required)
  2. 1 2 "Dom Nicolaus Amati | Violin Maker | Skinner Inc.". www.skinnerinc.com. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
  3. ↑ "Maker - Amati". Amati. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
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