LONGIARU (Giovanni), from Dictionary of Violin Makers Vol 1
Born at Pozzale di Cadore (Italy). Pupil of Gottaro of Venice and of Pezzoni of Cremona. Specialises in the making of instruments after the Stradivari and Guarneri I. H. S. models. Restorer of old violins. His varnish is golden red. Has been established in New-York for twenty-five years and enjoys a solidly established reputation. His firm is situated : 121, West 42nd. Street. Label N?° 532.