Expert: Al Dzina - 10/29/2009

Question
My dad left us his violin that he was given in the early 1900's. It has the name Antonio Loveri inside, and says "made in Germany".
How should I store and protect it in the humid climate here in Charleston, SC? Is it ok to use?   Are there appraisers in this area?

Answer
Hi David;
Antonio Loveri is a name some German makers used on there tradename (factory made violins.)
During 1925.
Try one of the following;
BERNHARDT HOUSE OF VIOLINS   10 HOWE ST.   GREENVILLE   SC   29601   (864)282-8887   bernhardt@bellsouth.net
CLINTON JIM VIOLINS   3400-D RUTHERFORD RD. EXT.   TALORS   SC   29687   (864)322-2622   jim@jcviolins.com
Al;