Giuseppe Rocca (known as Joseph Rocca on his labels) was an Italian violin maker active in the mid-19th century, primarily based in Turin [1][2][4]. His labels indicate he worked in Turin from at least 1843 through 1850 [1][2][4], and also maintained a workshop in Genoa by 1852 [3]. Rocca achieved recognition through international exhibitions, as evidenced by his 1846 label which records medals awarded at expositions in Turin, Genoa, London, and Paris [1]. His instruments span a standard violin back length of 35.5cm [1][2][4], with at least one larger viola measuring 40cm [3]. Internal branding with his initials GR appears on multiple structural elements [1].
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