Thomas Tilley
worked 1744–1779
Presumed pupil of Joseph Hill. Established in St. James’ from c.1744. Prolific maker, especially of cellos. Amatisé model violins also known. Fair workmanship but not of the consistent quality of Hill. Thin golden-yellow spirit varnish. Thos. Tilley / maker / Market Lane / St. James’s / London 1744 \u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cello | 1768 | — | June 1992 | £5,060 |
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Biographies
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John Dilworth+
TILLEY, Thomas Worked circa. 1744-1779 London UK. Presumed pupil of Joseph Hill. Established in St. James’ from c.1744. Prolific maker, especially of cellos. Amatisé model violins also known. Fair workmanship but not of the consistent quality of Hill. Thin golden-yellow spirit varnish. Thos. Tilley / maker / Market Lane / St. James’s / London 1744 Thos Tilley / Maker in Market Lane / St Jameses / London 1768
Cecie Stainer+
A maker in London about 1774.
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Bisher ist nur sein Name bekannt geworden.
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