Andrea Amati

Background

Andrea Amati was born in 1520, Cremona, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.

Career

Andrea Amati was the first violin-maker of the family; his violins were usually of a small pattern, but show a marked advance over the Brescia instruments.

Connections

His had 2 sons Antonio Amati and Geronimo Amati. They worked for a time together, producing violins of nearly the same style as their father.

Son:

Antonio Amati

He was born 1550 and died 1635.

Son:

Geronimo Amati

He was born 1550 and died 1638.