Thomas Simpson
1864–1933
Piano repairer in Walsall until 1898. Thereafter active as a self-taught violin and bow maker in Peterborough. Moved to Birmingham 1900; occupied as a repairer. Retired to Brixham 1925. Inconsistent and unrefined but careful work. Violins sometimes branded with initials, date, and number. Bows brand\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 42.0 cm 1900 | June 2000 | £690 |
| Violin | 1905 | October 1994 | £1,035 |
| Violin | 1905 | March 1992 | £1,430 |
| Violin | 1916 | June 1990 | £660 |
| Viola | 40.6 cm 1934 | April 1987 | £770 |
| Violin | 1905 | March 1986 | £183 |
| Viola | 41.1 cm 1905 | April 1985 | £440 |
| Violin | 1904 | November 1983 | £418 |
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
SIMPSON, Thomas Born 1864 Burnley, Lancashire, died 1933 Birmingham UK. Piano repairer in Walsall until 1898. Thereafter active as a self-taught violin and bow maker in Peterborough. Moved to Birmingham 1900; occupied as a repairer. Retired to Brixham 1925. Inconsistent and unrefined but careful work. Violins sometimes branded with initials, date, and number. Bows branded: SIMPSON BIRMINGHAM Thomas Simpson / fecit Dei gloriae / Handsworth No.. 1902
William Meredith Morris+
He was born at Burnley, Dec. 28, 1866, and works at 55 Thornhill Road, Handsworth. His model is original. The workmanship is good, and the tone bright and clear. I do not care for his varnish. His wood is excellent both in appearance and tonal qualities. Facsimile label : —
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