Joseph Anthony Chanot
London, 1865–1936
Joseph Anthony Chanot (1865-1936) was a London-based luthier, the son and successor of Georges Chanot (II). He trained under his father from the age of 14, eventually taking over the family business in Wardour Street. Known for producing over 150 violins and bows, including fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù 'Sainton' violin, he also collaborated with the Dolmetsch family on the revival of the viol. Despite his craftsmanship, he struggled to maintain the family business against strong competition from W. E. Hill & Sons.
Auction Price History
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| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Labelled Made by Joseph Anthony Chanot. No. 112. London 1904 Lot 160 | Tarisio | November 2023 | £7,615est. $ 8,000-12,000 |
| Violin | Labelled Joseph Anthony Chanot, London fecit anno 1896 Lot 44 | Tarisio | January 2023 | £11,400est. £ 5,000-8,000 |
| Violin | Labelled Made by Joseph Anthony Chanot, No. 163, London. 1914 Lot 297 | Brompton’s | December 2020 | £4,800est. £ 4,000-6,000 |
| Violin | Labelled Joseph Anthony Chanot, London, Fecit Anno 1897 Lot 18 | Ingles & Hayday | October 2020 | £6,000est. £ 5,000-8,000 |
| Violin | One-piece back of medium curl, varnish of a reddish brown colour on a golden ground Lot 59 | Gardiner Houlgate | November 2015 | £7,440est. £ 5,000-7,000 |
| Cello | Labelled Made by Joseph Anthony Chanot, No. 105, London, 1902 Lot 95 | Ingles & Hayday | March 2015 | £18,000est. £ 15,000-20,000 |
| Violin | Two-piece back of medium curl, varnish of a plum red colour on a golden ground Lot 32 | Gardiner Houlgate | October 2012 | £2,520est. £ 2,000-3,000 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm London n°119 Possibly by | — | January 2011 | £2,400 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm London, 1899 | — | January 2011 | £13,200 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm London, 1906 | — | January 2011 | £2,040 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm 1912 #153 | — | January 2008 | £6,000 |
| Cello | 75.7 cm London, 1902 #105 | — | January 2006 | £13,200 |
| Violin | London, 1912 | — | January 2005 | £3,133 |
| Violin | 1893 | — | January 2002 | £4,465 |
| Violin | 1899 | — | January 2000 | £2,875 |
| Cello | 1903 | — | January 1997 | £9,775 |
| Violin | 1906 | — | January 1994 | £5,520 |
| Violin | 1899 | — | January 1992 | £4,180 |
| Violin | 1903 | — | January 1992 | £3,080 |
| Violin Bow | S/E 58 g. | — | January 1990 | £1,320 |
| Violin | 1922 | — | January 1988 | £4,620 |
| Violin | 1899 | — | January 1987 | £3,520 |
| Violin | 1913 | — | January 1987 | £1,980 |
| Violin | 1910 Mute Violin | — | January 1987 | £329 |
| Violin | 1914 | — | January 1987 | £3,300 |
| Viola | 41.3 cm 1894 | — | January 1985 | £5,720 |
| Violin | 1899 | — | January 1984 | £379 |
| Violin | 1909 | — | January 1982 | £1,870 |
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Maker Overview
Life
Joseph Anthony Chanot (1865-1936) was born in 1865 and died in 1936 in London, UK. He was the son, pupil, and successor of Georges Chanot (II)., he was the third son of Georges Ch. and became his pupil at the age of 14, remaining as an assistant until his father's death in 1895. Following this, he took over his father's workshop and business, which had been located in Wardour Street since 1858. Joseph Anthony Chanot also worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol. However, he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business at the height of the London and International trade due to severe competition from W. E. Hill & Sons. In subsequent years, his production slowed considerably as he focused on restoration, repair, and business dealings.
Characteristics
- Production
- Joseph Anthony Chanot is said to have produced over 150 violins and an equally large number of bows between 1881 and 1912.
- Reproductions
- He was known for fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù 'Sainton' violin.
- Bows
- His bows usually featured light coloured sticks and were branded "J. A. CHANOT".
Influence and legacy
- Mentorship: Joseph Anthony Chanot was the son and pupil of Georges Chanot (II). He trained under his father from the age of 14 and remained an assistant until Georges Chanot's death in 1895.
- Family Business: Joseph Anthony Chanot succeeded his father, Georges Chanot (II), taking over the family workshop and business.
- Collaborations: He worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol.
- Challenges: Despite his efforts, he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business due to significant competition from W. E. Hill & Sons.
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
CHANOT, Joseph Anthony Born 1865, died 1936 London UK. Son, pupil, and successor of Georges Chanot (II), above. He also worked with the Dolmetsch family in pioneering the revival of the viol. Unfortunately he was unable to sustain the Chanot family business at the height of the London and International trade in the face of severe competition from W. E. Hill & Sons. Said to have produced over 150 violins and an equally large number of bows between 1881 and 1912. In subsequent years restoration, repair, and business dealings slowed his production considerably. Known for fine reproductions of the Guarneri del Gesù ‘Sainton’ violin. Bows usually with light coloured sticks, branded: J. A. CHANOT
Willibald Leo Lütgendorff+
Dritter Sohn und seit seinem 14. Jahre Schüler von Georges Ch., bei dem
er bis zu dessen Tod (1895) als Gehülfe blieb. Er übernahm hierauf die Werkstatt
und das Geschäft seines Vaters, das sich nun seit 1858 in der Wardour
Street befindet.
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