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William Joseph Robinson
London, 1880–1960
Trained as a saddle maker. Self-taught in violin maker from 1910 in Plumstead, south London. Advised by Dykes & Sons. Prolific and distinguished craftsman. Completed about 400 violins, 40 violas, and 16 cellos. Early work on large Amati or Stradivari model; later and better instruments on Guarn\u{2026} — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 41.7 cm London, 1922 #3 | — | July 2005 | £1,800 |
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ROBINSON, William Joseph Born 1880 Avebury, Wiltshire, died 1960 Abbey Wood, London UK. Trained as a saddle maker. Self-taught in violin maker from 1910 in Plumstead, south London. Advised by Dykes & Sons. Prolific and distinguished craftsman. Completed about 400 violins, 40 violas, and 16 cellos. Early work on large Amati or Stradivari model; later and better instruments on Guarneri patterns. Fine materials. Good golden brown varnish. William Robinson / Plumstead. London. / A.D. 19.. / No.. W.R.
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