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Violin Maker
Angelo Da Rub
Italy, Rome
Angelo da Rub worked near Rome between 1760 and 1775. A key figure of the Roman school alongside Tecchler and Platner, his instruments range from Stainer-inspired to large Amati models.Read more
Short Bio
Full Name: Angelo Da Rub
Highlights
New making style: New
Credentials
Italian craftsmanship
Classic violin making
Locally making
Italy, Rome
Maker Background
Angelo da Rub was a 18th-century violin maker active in Viterbo, near Rome, between 1760 and 1775. A respected figure of the Roman school of violin making, he is often mentioned alongside prominent makers such as David Tecchler and Michele Platner.Da Rub's instruments display a fascinating range of stylistic influences. Some are clearly shaped by the work of Jakobus Stainer, known for his high archings and distinctive outline, while others reflect the larger Amati model.
Though fewer of his instruments survive compared to his Roman contemporaries, da Rub remains a respected name among collectors and connoisseurs for the individuality and historical importance of his work.