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Elias Howe

Massachusetts, 1820–1895

Established a general music shop in Boston. Later, as Elias Howe & Co. became an influential importer and dealer in fine violins, employing many good craftsmen. The business was continued by his sons until 1931. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth

Worked Massachusetts
Made Violin
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Auction Price History

Highest auction price

£328
Type Details Auction house Sold Price
Violin—February 2005£328

Biographies

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John Dilworth+

HOWE, Elias Born 1820 Framingham, died 1895 Boston, Massachusetts USA. Established a general music shop in Boston. Later, as Elias Howe & Co. became an influential importer and dealer in fine violins, employing many good craftsmen. The business was continued by his sons until 1931. [Wenberg]

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