Nicolas Bourlier
Mirecourt, worked 1830–1856
Decent work marred by poor quality thin yellow-brown varnish. Useful cellos of compact size. Branded internally: ‘Bourlier B.N.’ — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
13 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Cello | Bearing the maker's brand, labelled Bonnel Frères, later head Lot 107 | Vichy | June 2021 | £4,810est. € 3.000-4.000 |
| Violin | Branded BOURLIER, one-piece back, table of fine and regular grain Lot 209 | Apollium | November 2017 | £908est. € 600-800 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's brand internally Lot 664 | Vichy | June 2016 | £656est. € 800 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label and brand Lot 902 | Vichy | June 2014 | £921est. € 400 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's brand internally Lot 802 | Vichy | June 2013 | £820est. € 200 |
| Cello | Bearing the maker's brand to the back Lot 257 | Vichy | December 2012 | £4,000est. € 4.200-4.500 |
| Cello | 75.0 cm Mirecourt, 1850 c. | — | January 2010 | £311 |
| Cello | 74.0 cm Mirecourt, 1840 c. | — | January 2009 | £1,306 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Mirecourt, 1840 c. | — | January 2009 | £622 |
| Violin | 36.4 cm Mirecourt, 1840 c. | — | January 2009 | £311 |
| Cello | 73.6 cm Mirecourt, 1840 c. | — | January 2006 | £4,340 |
| Cello | 1864 c. | — | January 2000 | £7,200 |
| Violin | 1811 | — | January 1988 | £2,530 |
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Maker Overview
Life
Nicolas Bourlier (circa. 1830-1856) was an instrument maker who worked in Mirecourt, France, during the mid-19th century. His activities are documented in John Dilworth's The Brompton's Book of Violin & Bow Makers.
Characteristics
- Workmanship
- Bourlier's instruments were noted for their decent work, although this was often marred by a poor quality, thin yellow-brown varnish.
- Notable Instruments
- He produced useful cellos, which were recognized for their compact size.
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
BOURLIER, Nicolas Worked circa. 1830-1856 Mirecourt France. Decent work marred by poor quality thin yellow-brown varnish. Useful cellos of compact size. Branded internally: ‘Bourlier B.N.’
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