Paris School
G. Houfflack
Paris, b. 1887
1910-1939 Paris France. Pupil of Joseph Chardon. Expert and dealer, established in Paris from 1910. Active maker of violins, violas, and cellos from 1934 in the rue Leningrad. Gabriel Houfflack / Expert-Luthier à Paris Année 19.. — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.8 cm Paris, 1945 | June 2010 | £2,071 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Paris, 1945 | May 2009 | £1,941 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Paris, 1936 | February 2006 | £1,560 |
| Violin | Paris, 1956 | November 2005 | £720 |
| Violin Bow | S/E 57 g. | March 1998 | £1,092 |
Biographies
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John Dilworth+
HOUFFLACK, Gabriel Born 1887, Worked circa. 1910-1939 Paris France. Pupil of Joseph Chardon. Expert and dealer, established in Paris from 1910. Active maker of violins, violas, and cellos from 1934 in the rue Leningrad. Gabriel Houfflack / Expert-Luthier à Paris Année 19..
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