William Turner
worked 1647–1656
Worked in Aldgate, London c.1650. Several fine viols extant in various collections. Most are distinguished by a heart-shaped rose in the table and single broad purflings. These characteristics also noted on viol by C. Wise and there may be a connection between the two makers. No authenticated violin\u{2026} — John Dilworth
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John Dilworth+
TURNER, William Worked circa. 1647-1656 London UK. Worked in Aldgate, London c.1650. Several fine viols extant in various collections. Most are distinguished by a heart-shaped rose in the table and single broad purflings. These characteristics also noted on viol by C. Wise and there may be a connection between the two makers. No authenticated violins known. William Turner at ye / hand and crown in / gravelle lane neare / Aldgate, London, 1650 [Fleming]
Cecie Stainer+
Was working in London in 1650. In a viola di bordone, or baryton, of beautiful workmanship, and made of splendid wood, is the label: ” William Turner, at ye hand and crown in gravelle lane neere Aldgate, London, 1650.”
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
In einer sehr schönen Viola di Bordone der Sammlung Gautier fand sich der Zettel:
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