This led to a broader instrument, with a fuller outline and a lower vault, which is now the more common style. In the 1850s, he gained national attention and in 1861 was awarded a national scholarship to study with the violin makers, Enger & Son in Copenhagen.
This led to a more comprehensive instrument, featuring a more detailed design and a lower storage compartment, which is now the more prevalent style. In the 1850s, he garnered national recognition and in 1861 was granted a national scholarship to study with the violin craftsmen, Enger & Son in Copenhagen.