James Simpson
worked 1744–1795
Worked in association with John Simpson, below. Presumed to be his brother. The company was known as James and Sons in 1794, when it may be assumed that James’ son joined the company, possibly after the death of John. Simpson’s later became Puttick and Simpson, which eventually became Philips, the p\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
9 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cello | 72.4 cm London, 1746 | — | February 2007 | £6,600 |
| Violin | 35.5 cm London, 1790 c. | — | February 2007 | £3,360 |
| Violin | 1785 c. | — | September 1998 | £1,540 |
| Violin | 1800 c. | — | June 1996 | £1,092 |
| Violin | 1790 | — | February 1995 | £966 |
| Violin | 1800 c. | — | November 1992 | £2,640 |
| Violin | 1785 | — | July 1992 | £1,540 |
| Violin | 1780 c. | — | March 1992 | £528 |
| Violin | 1794 | — | November 1982 | £140 |
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Biographies
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John Dilworth+
SIMPSON, James Worked circa. 1744-1795 London UK. Worked in association with John Simpson, below. Presumed to be his brother. The company was known as James and Sons in 1794, when it may be assumed that James’ son joined the company, possibly after the death of John. Simpson’s later became Puttick and Simpson, which eventually became Philips, the present day Bonham’s auction house in London. [Hill Archive, BVMA]
Cecie Stainer+
Were musical instrument makers in London in 1794. Label: “J. and J. Simpson, musical instrument makers at the Bass-Viol and Flute in Sweeting’s Alley, opposite the East door of the Royal Exchange, London.” The following label probably belongs to the son: “John Simpson, musical instrument maker, at the Bass Viol and Flute, in Sweeting’s Alley, opposite the East door of the Royal Exchange, London.”
William Meredith Morris+
I cannot discover that they were actual makers, but only dealers who employed others to make for them.
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Sohn von John Simpson und Theilhaber des Geschäftes seines Vaters.
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