The term 'MAKER VIOLIN' refers to two famous violin makers, Antonio Stradivari and Andrea AMATI. Antonio Stradivari was an Italian luthier and a crafter of string instruments from the 17th and 18th centuries. He is widely considered to be the most accomplished and renowned maker of string instruments in history. Andrea AMATI was an Italian luthier and a master craftsman of string instruments from the 16th century. He is credited with inventing the modern violin and is considered to be one of the most important figures in the history of violin making.