![]() When the air is dry, wood shrinks and consequently issubjected to damaging inner tensions. The amount of water that occupies thecells of wooden objects is constantly varied in its tendency to follow thesurrounding air. Wood has aconstant affinity for moisture. ![]() Wooden artifacts over 3000 years old, uncovered duringarcaeological expeditions in Egypt still show hygroscopic reactions, andcan absorb and expel water from the surrounding atmosphere. The effects of humidity and dryness on the stringed instruments arecritical. Perhaps most important though, is consulting a skilled violin maker. Well fitting pegs induce less wear on the original wood of the pegbox and conscientious owners will periodically check on the state of the bridge, tailpiece, saddles and fingerboard. The owner of a violin, viola or cello can help preserve their instrument by proper cleaning, monitoring cracks and keeping an eye on the general setup. As well as the critical effects of atmospheric changes, various other dangers such as shocks and blows threaten an instrument's health constantly. Of course an instrument's life span and healthy condition is directly related to the care taken by it's owners to preserve it. ![]() It is really quite amazing that some of the earliest works of the master violin makers of Brescia, Italy dating from the early 16th century, are still being used by professional musicians, despite their relatively fragile build. A good violin, properly made can last for a very long time.
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