Sydney Yeoman
1876–1948
Bow maker for W. E. Hill & Sons at Hanwell. Trained by W. C. Retford in the Hill workshop from 1891. Suffered grievous injury in World War I and his subsequent work suffered, although Retford oversaw finishing and correction. — John Dilworth
Auction price history
Highest auction price
| Type | Details | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin Bow | Silver mounted, signed W.E. Hill ..., thin hair and lapping, very minor stick blemish, very good condition | June 2024 | £6,169 |
Biographies
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John Dilworth+
YEOMAN, Sydney Born 1876, died 1948 Ealing, London UK. Bow maker for W. E. Hill & Sons at Hanwell. Trained by W. C. Retford in the Hill workshop from 1891. Suffered grievous injury in World War I and his subsequent work suffered, although Retford oversaw finishing and correction.
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