England School
David Furber
London, Somerset, 1720–1787
Traditionally thought to have been apprenticed in London to John Johnson. His signature has also been found inside work bearing the brand of Longman & Co. Workmanship in the London trade tradition of the time: high-built Stainer model and small neatly rounded scroll with small chamfers. Thin br\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.6 cm London, 1760 c. with Literature [Probably by] | March 2008 | £3,000 |
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
FURBER, David Born 1720 Wellington, Somerset, died 1787 Clerkenwell, London UK. Traditionally thought to have been apprenticed in London to John Johnson. His signature has also been found inside work bearing the brand of Longman & Co. Workmanship in the London trade tradition of the time: high-built Stainer model and small neatly rounded scroll with small chamfers. Thin brown varnish over a stained-looking ground. Excellent craftsmanship and finish. Labels unknown. Inscribed on interior of front: ‘Furber Maker / 4 Barclay St Red Lyon St. Clerkenwell’ [BVMA]
William Meredith Morris+
He was a pupil of John Johnson, and made similar instruments on the Stainer pattern. He was the first member of this numerous family to make violins.
Cecie Stainer+
Was the first member of this family to make violins. Learnt his trade from John Johnson (1750-60), a maker in London.
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Der Stammvater dieser Geigenmacherfamilie, Geburts- und Todesjahr sind
unbekannt. Er soll ein Schüler John Johnson gewesen sein.
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