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Marcus SNOECK

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John Dilworth

SNOECK, Marcus Born 1694, died 1762 Brussels Belgium. Son and pupil of Egidius Snoeck, above. Luthier to the court. Adopted ‘Broché’ (the French equivalent of his name and both meaning ‘pike’ in English) on some labels. Described in contemporary accounts as ‘faiseur repetitieur et directeur de instruments’, as well as ballet-master and composer. Established at the sign ‘Au Roi David, près de l’Eglise de St Gery’. Impressive work; high arch and deep red varnish. A violin, four cellos dated from 1718-1753, and a double bass in the Musical Instruments Museum, Brussels. Marcus Broché à Bruxelles / Au roy David, l’an 17..

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