The front edges of my cello
Hi,
I have a Charles Plumerel cello made in 1840 in Mirecourt, France. The front edges are all splintering. They look terrible and I want to have them repaired. What is done to smooth and strengthen them? I've heard that there's some kind of wood dope/filler and that they can be sanded. I never "drag" my cello along a carpet. I've been very careful. But I'm at a loss for what to do and who should do it. I live in Brooklyn, NY. Any ideas?
Martha Siegel
I have a Charles Plumerel cello made in 1840 in Mirecourt, France. The front edges are all splintering. They look terrible and I want to have them repaired. What is done to smooth and strengthen them? I've heard that there's some kind of wood dope/filler and that they can be sanded. I never "drag" my cello along a carpet. I've been very careful. But I'm at a loss for what to do and who should do it. I live in Brooklyn, NY. Any ideas?
Martha Siegel
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Permalink Reply by Erin Shrader on -
Hi Martha,
I called a good violin maker in NY who could not think of anyone doing repairs in Brooklyn, but he recommends you try Joe Tannen, 212-663-6219. He's very good and very fair. Edges can be glued back on, new wood can be added. Just make sure to take it to a professional.
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Permalink Reply by Emmanuel G.M. on -
If you're in NY and need your cello repaired, you can try Gradoux-Matt Rare Violins. They are on E28th street between Park and Madison in Manhattan...you should give them a call and find out how much it would cost to fix your problem. Hope that helps.
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