Philadelphia School
Charles Francis (II) Albert
Philadelphia, 1869–1916
Son of Charles Francis Albert (I). Succeeded his father and managed the business until his early death. For a period the business continued under the management of his widow Ruby, and R. M. Albert, below. Small production. Shaded red varnish. Mostly occupied with string making and repair work. — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
5 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 36.0 cm Philadelphia, 1876 c. | — | May 2011 | £1,675 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Philadelphia, 1886, inventive mute violin | — | June 2010 | £4,418 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Philadelphia, 1888 | — | April 2010 | £2,876 |
| Violin | Philadelphia, 1906 | — | May 2005 | £2,027 |
| Violin | 1905 | — | October 2002 | £2,447 |
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John Dilworth+
ALBERT, Charles Francis (II) Born 1869, died 1916 Philadelphia USA. Son of Charles Francis Albert (I). Succeeded his father and managed the business until his early death. For a period the business continued under the management of his widow Ruby, and R. M. Albert, below. Small production. Shaded red varnish. Mostly occupied with string making and repair work.
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