Amati > Makers Archive > S > D. Soriot

D. Soriot

Mirecourt, worked 1890–1930

D. SORIOT was a luthier active in Mirecourt, France, from approximately 1890 to 1930. His name, along with variations such as "Luthier D.S." and "Ecole Française," is found on instruments produced in the Laberte Factory, as documented by John Dilworth.

Worked Mirecourt
Made Cello, Violin

Auction Price History

Highest auction price

£2,640

3 results

Type Details Auction house Sold Price
Cello75.5 cm Mirecourt, 1900October 2009£2,640
Violin1871July 1997£2,400
Violin1900 c.March 1994£385

Maker Overview

Life

D. SORIOT (circa 1890-1930) worked in Mirecourt, France, during the period of approximately 1890 to 1930. According to The Brompton's Book of Violin & Bow Makers by John Dilworth, his name is found in instruments made in the Laberte Factory in Mirecourt.

Characteristics

Nomenclature
Instruments associated with D. SORIOT bear various inscriptions, including "D. Soriot," "Luthier D.S.," and "Ecole Française."
Recorded labels
  • D. Soriot
    Luthier D.S.
    Ecole FrançaiseJohn Dilworth
Found an error? Report Now

Biographies

The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:

John Dilworth+

SORIOT, D. Worked circa. 1890-1930 Mirecourt France. Name found in instruments made in the Laberte Factory, Mirecourt 1890-1930. D. Soriot / Luthier D.S. / Ecole Française

Sell your instrument with Amati

Get started by uploading photos of your instrument for our experts to review.