Birthplace of Beauty

Duration: 1200 ft.

Year Published: 19701980

Creator: Allied Film & Video

Copyright: Registered 30May73 · MP24280 (Jul-Dec 1973) Copyright holder: Vibrato Soundfilms, a trade name of Frank M. Weinstein

Complete Record: Shows the artistry of violin construction and gives a brief history of the Italian violin makers. The work of Antonio Stradivari is highlighted. To illustrate the sound of violins made in the early 18th century, Ruggiero Ricci performs selections on a Guarnerius del Gesu, circa Cremona 1734.