Summary
Mandolin Case for a mandolin made by Italian migrant Giovanni Cera during the 1930s. Giovanni used to visit second-hand furniture depots or music stores to seek out the timber for his instruments. He also built guitars and zithers. The name 'Cera' is inlaid on the head of the mandolin. Giovanni played this instrument at many special broadcasts for radio stations 3LO and 3AR, and appeared with Peter Piccini, Frank Zaetta, Giovanni's brother Guerino [Rino], Angelo Candela, Domenico Caffaro and Ezio Giannaccini at musical events staged in town halls, theatres and restaurants from 1930 to around 1970.
Physical Description
Wooden case with metal clasps and lined with a dark brown fur.
More Information
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Collection Names
Museums Victoria/Italian Historical Society Co.As.It Collection
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Mario Costa, 15 Aug 1994
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Maker
Mr Giovanni Cera, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1930s
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User
Mr Giovanni Cera, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1930-1970
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Keywords
Italian Communities, Italian Immigration, Music, Musical Instruments, Working Life
