Joseph Anthony Chanot

Name: Joseph Anthony Chanot auction price records, Amati Instrument Archive
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London, 1865–1936

Joseph Anthony Chanot (1865-1936) was a London-based luthier, the son and successor of Georges Chanot (II). He trained under his father from the age of 14, eventually taking over the family business in Wardour Street. Known for producing over 150 violins and bows, including fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù 'Sainton' violin, he also collaborated with the Dolmetsch family on the revival of the viol. Despite his craftsmanship, he struggled to maintain the family business against strong competition from W. E. Hill & Sons.

Worked London

Made Cello, Viola, Violin, Violin Bow

Family Son of Georges Chanot

Auction price history

Highest auction price

£13,200

Type	Details	Sold	Price
Violin	Labelled Made by Joseph Anthony Chanot. No. 112. London 1904	November 2023	£7,615
Violin	Labelled Joseph Anthony Chanot, London fecit anno 1896	October 2023	£11,400
Violin	35.6 cm London nÂ°119 [Possibly by]	December 2011	£2,400
Violin	35.7 cm London, 1899	March 2011	£13,200
Violin	35.7 cm London, 1906	March 2011	£2,040
Violin	35.7 cm 1912 #153	June 2008	£6,000
Cello	75.7 cm London, 1902 #105	February 2006	£13,200
Violin	London, 1912	April 2005	£3,133
Violin	1893	November 2002	£4,465
Violin	1899	June 2000	£2,875
Cello	1903	March 1997	£9,775
Violin	1906	December 1994	£5,520
Violin	1899	November 1992	£4,180
Violin	1903	March 1992	£3,080
Violin Bow	S/E 58 g.	November 1990	£1,320
Violin	1922	November 1988	£4,620
Violin	1899	November 1987	£3,520
Violin	1913	June 1987	£1,980
Violin	1910 Mute Violin	April 1987	£329
Violin	1914	January 1987	£3,300
Viola	41.3 cm 1894	April 1985	£5,720
Violin	1899	April 1984	£379
Violin	1909	November 1982	£1,870

Maker Overview

Life

Joseph Anthony Chanot (1865-1936) was born in 1865 and died in 1936 in London, UK. He was the son, pupil, and successor of Georges Chanot (II)., he was the third son of Georges Ch. and became his pupil at the age of 14, remaining as an assistant until his father's death in 1895. Following this, he took over his father's workshop and business, which had been located in Wardour Street since 1858. Joseph Anthony Chanot also worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol. However, he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business at the height of the London and International trade due to severe competition from W. E. Hill & Sons. In subsequent years, his production slowed considerably as he focused on restoration, repair, and business dealings.

Characteristics

Production: Joseph Anthony Chanot is said to have produced over 150 violins and an equally large number of bows between 1881 and 1912.
Reproductions: He was known for fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù 'Sainton' violin.
Bows: His bows usually featured light coloured sticks and were branded "J. A. CHANOT".

Influence and legacy

Mentorship: Joseph Anthony Chanot was the son and pupil of Georges Chanot (II). He trained under his father from the age of 14 and remained an assistant until Georges Chanot's death in 1895.
Family Business: Joseph Anthony Chanot succeeded his father, Georges Chanot (II), taking over the family workshop and business.
Collaborations: He worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol.
Challenges: Despite his efforts, he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business due to significant competition from W. E. Hill & Sons.

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Biographies

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

John Dilworth+

CHANOT, Joseph Anthony Born 1865, died 1936 London UK. Son, pupil, and successor of Georges Chanot (II), above. He also worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol. Unfortunately he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business at the height of the London and International trade in the face of severe competition from W. E. Hill & Sons. Said to have produced over 150 violins and an equally large number of bows between 1881 and 1912. In subsequent years restoration, repair, and business dealings slowed his production considerably. Known for fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù ‘Sainton’ violin. Bows usually with light coloured sticks, branded: J. A. CHANOT

Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+

Dritter Sohn und seit seinem 14. Jahre Schüler von Georges Ch., bei dem
er bis zu dessen Tod (1895) als Gehülfe blieb. Er übernahm hierauf die Werkstatt
und das Geschäft seines Vaters, das sich nun seit 1858 in der Wardour
Street befindet.

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