01/02/10

One of the most fascinating mechanical instruments is  the Mills Violano Virtuoso.  In my original literature collection I have a book that gives a tour of the Mills Novelty Company department that made the famous Violano.  A number of Violano enthusiasts have asked that I put up these historic pictures.  Along with the pictures you get an insight in the early industrial age in America.  Remember that the Violano Virtuoso was the "High Tech" of its time.  I have been a fan of Mills Violanos for years since I saw a mahogany "Bow Front Mills" in the original saloon location in Miles City, Montana a number of years ago.  In my collection I own two Violanos; a double with a drum cabinet and and single with a drum cabinet.  Eventually I will be putting up a file of original information from one of America's most famous amusement parks which had in the heyday many Violanos!  Enjoy the tour!

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Double Mills Violano Virtuoso Brochure	Famous Mills Violano Virtuoso Sign Card	Mills Violano Virtuoso Tune Card	Mills Violano Virtuoso Service Letter	Cover of the Factory Tour Book	Mills Novelty Company Factory Building

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