London School
James Steele
London, b. 1878
Self-taught maker. 1716 ‘Messie’ Stradivari and personal models. Fine materials with various spirit and oil varnishes. Generally well finished, with great attention given to plate tuning and associated acoustic development. — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.6 cm London, 1921 | October 2007 | £1,199 |
| Violin | 1922 | September 1981 | £176 |
Biographies
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John Dilworth+
STEELE, James Born 1878 Cumbria, Worked from 1924 Wallington, Surrey UK. Self-taught maker. 1716 ‘Messie’ Stradivari and personal models. Fine materials with various spirit and oil varnishes. Generally well finished, with great attention given to plate tuning and associated acoustic development.
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