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John Beard

BEARD, John

Made Violin
A violin by John Beard, London, 1977 — front
Violin by John Beard. Sold by Amati — from the archive.

Instruments

Auction Price History

Highest auction price

£1,200

4 results

Type Details Auction house Sold Price
ViolinA violin by John Beard, London, 1978 Lot 113AmatiJune 2022£632est. £ 500-1,000
ViolinA violin by John Beard, London, 1977 Lot 124AmatiJune 2022£632est. £ 500-1,000
ViolaLabelled Made by John Beard, 28 Woodfield Road, London, W.5, 1974 Lot 159Brompton’sDecember 2018£836est. £ 300-500
ViolaLabelled Made by John Beard, 28 Woodfield Road, London W5 1976, signed J. Beard Lot 237Brompton’sDecember 2016£1,200est. £ 1,000-1,500

Maker Overview

Life

English violin maker, bow maker and restorer. Active in London during the late twentieth century, he produced violins, violas and cellos inspired by classical Italian models. Known for careful craftsmanship and traditional construction methods, he was also respected for his restoration and repair work. His instruments represent the continuation of the modern British school of violin making.

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