Jules Joseph Grandjon
Mirecourt, Paris, b. 1824
Jules Joseph Grandjon (1824-?) was a French violin maker born in Mirecourt. He worked in Paris and Amsterdam, succeeding his brother's business, before establishing a successful factory in Mirecourt around 1850. Known for his innovative experiments, including a violin with a detachable neck, he specialized in large-form instruments, often featuring a strong red varnish. Grandjon received several accolades, including a 1st class medal at the 1855 Paris Exhibition, a bronze medal in 1867, and a "Mention honorable" in 1878.
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
62 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 3/4 size violin, bearing the maker's brand, table cracks Lot 758 | Laurent | December 2024 | £1,014est. € 600-800 |
| Violin | Excellent condition Lot 21 | Aguttes | November 2024 | £9,277est. € 5.000-7.000 |
| Violin | 36.2 cm | — | September 2011 | £2,520 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. (soundpost crack) | — | December 2010 | £4,142 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. | — | December 2009 | £5,440 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. | — | December 2009 | £4,896 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1860 c. | — | October 2009 | £1,440 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1870 c. | — | June 2009 | £2,904 |
| Viola | 39.5 cm Paris, 1870 c. Workshop of | — | March 2009 | £2,340 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1870 c. Probably workshop of | — | March 2009 | £819 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1853 | — | December 2008 | £1,536 |
| Violin | 35.9 cm Mirecourt, en 1898 Workshop of | — | December 2008 | £1,466 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Mirecourt, 1862 | — | October 2008 | £1,638 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Paris, 1870 c. | — | October 2008 | £1,521 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Mirecourt, 1870 c. (soundpost break & back crack) | — | June 2008 | £4,178 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. | — | June 2008 | £6,313 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm 1870 c. | — | October 2007 | £1,999 |
| Viola | 38.7 cm 1880 c. Workshop of | — | October 2007 | £856 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Mirecourt, 1870 c. | — | June 2007 | £4,088 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Workshop of | — | February 2007 | £530 |
| Violin | 36.0 cm Mirecourt, 1850/1855 c. | — | December 2006 | £5,592 |
| Violin | 36.3 cm Mirecourt, 1840 c. | — | December 2006 | £2,397 |
| Violin | 35.9 cm Paris, 1860 c. | — | October 2006 | £2,146 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Mirecourt, 1880 c. | — | October 2006 | £1,705 |
| Violin | 36.2 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. (soundpost crack) | — | June 2006 | £809 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Mirecourt, 1866 Workshop of | — | May 2006 | £1,913 |
| Violin | Mirecourt, 1850 c. | — | December 2005 | £1,996 |
| Violin | Mirecourt, 1845-1850 c. | — | June 2005 | £2,532 |
| Violin | Workshop | — | May 2005 | £1,526 |
| Violin | — | December 2004 | £2,523 | |
| Violin | Mirecourt, 1870 c. | — | May 2004 | £3,860 |
| Violin | 1850 | — | December 2003 | £2,556 |
| Violin | 1860 | — | June 2003 | £3,810 |
| Violin | 1850 | — | June 2003 | £3,132 |
| Violin | 1860 | — | October 2002 | £2,903 |
| Violin | 1860 | — | June 2002 | £4,082 |
| Violin | 1860 | — | June 2002 | £1,585 |
| Violin | 1870 | — | June 2002 | £2,302 |
| Violin | 1890 | — | November 2001 | £2,194 |
| Viola | 38.8 cm 1850 | — | December 2000 | £1,427 |
| Violin | 1850 | — | December 2000 | £1,325 |
| Violin | 1850 | — | December 2000 | £816 |
| Violin | 1860 c. 1/2 Size | — | November 2000 | £620 |
| Violin | 1898 1/4 Size | — | November 2000 | £697 |
| Violin | 1870 | — | July 2000 | £4,800 |
| Violin | 1850 | — | June 2000 | £4,406 |
| Violin | 1870 | — | May 2000 | £1,467 |
| Violin | 1874 | — | March 2000 | £2,070 |
| Violin | 1895 | — | November 1997 | £1,380 |
| Violin | 1850 c. | — | July 1997 | £620 |
| Viola | 40.2 cm 18-- | — | March 1995 | £2,760 |
| Violin | 1874 | — | November 1994 | £1,380 |
| Violin | 1883 | — | January 1992 | £1,430 |
| Violin | 1840 c. | — | June 1990 | £935 |
| Violin | 1860 c. | — | April 1989 | £220 |
| Violin | 1874 | — | June 1988 | £550 |
| Violin | 1850 c. | — | September 1987 | £550 |
| Violin | 1850 c. | — | November 1986 | £143 |
| Violin | 1860 c. | — | May 1986 | £132 |
| Violin | 1846 | — | June 1985 | £1,364 |
| Violin | 18-- | — | September 1982 | £440 |
| Violin | 1875 c. | — | May 1980 | £462 |
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Maker Overview
Life
Jules Joseph Grandjon (1824-?) was born in Mirecourt, France, in 1824. He was the son of Prosper Gérard Grandjon, also a maker. Before establishing his factory in Mirecourt, he worked for an extended period in Paris, specifically on Boulevard Sébastopol, and later maintained a branch office there. From 1847 to 1852, he worked in Amsterdam, succeeding the business of his brother, L. Grandjon. Around 1850, he established a successful factory in Mirecourt.
Characteristics
- Innovation
- Jules Joseph Grandjon conducted various experiments and made inventions, including a violin with a detachable neck.
- Design Philosophy
- He ultimately decided on a large model, which was primarily used in his factory. He specialized in decorated and eccentric models, as well as conventional classical designs, typically of a large form.
- Varnish
- He predominantly used a strong red varnish, also described as bright red lacquer.
- Breveté J. Grandjon à Paris J.G.
S.G.D.G. Fabrique de Mirecourt (Vosges)
103 Boulevard Sébastopol et Rue Réaumur 74John Dilworth
Influence and legacy
- Family Lineage: Jules Joseph Grandjon was the son of Grandjon, sen., who was also a maker at Mirecourt.
- Business Succession: He succeeded to the business of his brother, L. Grandjon, in Amsterdam between 1847 and 1852.
- Awards & Recognition: Jules Joseph Grandjon received medals at both the Paris and London Exhibitions. He was awarded a medal of the 1st class at the Paris Exhibition in 1855, a bronze medal in 1867, and a "Mention honorable" in 1878.
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
GRANDJON, Jules Joseph Born 1824 Mirecourt France. Son of Prosper Gérard Grandjon, below. Worked in Paris, Boulevard Sébastopol and later in Amsterdam, succeeding to the business of his brother L. Grandjon 1847-1852. Subsequently established a successful factory in Mirecourt c.1850. Medals at Paris and London Exhibitions. Specialised in decorated and eccentric models as well as conventional classical designs, but usually of large form. Strong red varnish. Breveté J. Grandjon à Paris J.G. / S.G.D.G. Fabrique de Mirecourt (Vosges) / 103 Boulevard Sébastopol et Rue Réaumur 74
Cecie Stainer+
Son of Grandjon, sen ; also a maker at Mirecourt.
Was awarded medal of the 1st class in 1855 (Paris Exhibition), bronze medal in 1867, and a ” Mention honorable” in 1878,
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Bevor er seine Fabrik in Mirecourt gründete, arbeitete er längere Zeit in
Paris und hielt auch später dort noch eine Niederlage. Er machte verschiedene
Versuche und Erfindungen, so eine Geige, deren Hals abgeschraubt werden
kann etc., und entschied sich zuletzt für ein grosses Modell, das auch in seiner Fabrik hauptsächlich zur Anwendung kommt. Vorzugsweise verwendet er hellrothen Lack.
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