Photographs, serial numbers and production information for George P. Matthew, banjo maker c.1880-1920
33 Members, Created 9/30/2023 - 
Administrators: Pomeroy (owner)
#15558
My Matthew is a fretless 5 string with a 12.25 inch rim. It has original ornate inlaid celluloid pegs, 40 tension rods and engraving all around the rim. the name GEO P MATTHEW is... Read More |
#22353
This is my Matthew 7-string, 11" head. Oval maker's stamp and serial number on the reverse of the perch pole. When I acquired it a period correct metal 5-string tailpiece was fitted. This... Read More |
#2609
Hopefully this link to my album works. These are the original photos I took just after I got this, and it has since had some restoration. I posted this on the forums at the time, and... Read More |
C. Scotcher & Son
Early sources relating to George P. Matthew in business as a banjo maker in 1882 refer to his previous association with C. Scotcher & Son, musical instruments seller with premises at 37 Bull St,... Read More |
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Matthew fretless banjo dowel |
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Matthew fretless banjo heel |
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Matthew fretless banjo |
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G. Swain Buckley's Celebrated Minor Jig | Steven Watson |
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Matthew banjo (inside) |
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