Emile (I) Laurent
Brussels, Lille, Mirecourt, 1854–1914
Apprenticed to Auguste Darte. Subsequently worked for Joseph Hel in Lille. Established independently in Brussels from 1900. Prolific maker; fine copies of classical models with golden- or red-brown varnish of appropriate shades, some with crackled texture. Exposition Universelle, Liège 1905: Diplôme\u{2026} — John Dilworth
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| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | 35.8 cm Lille, 1900 | — | December 2008 | £3,481 |
| Cello | 75.8 cm Brussels, Late 19th C. | — | October 2007 | £5,625 |
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LAURENT, Emile (I) Born 1854 Mirecourt France, died 1914 Brussels Belgium. Apprenticed to Auguste Darte. Subsequently worked for Joseph Hel in Lille. Established independently in Brussels from 1900. Prolific maker; fine copies of classical models with golden- or red-brown varnish of appropriate shades, some with crackled texture. Exposition Universelle, Liège 1905: Diplôme d’honneur / Exposition Universelle, Bruxelles 1905: Médaille d’Or / Emile Laurent. Luthier / 11 Rue de la Clé. 11 / No.. Bruxelles 19.. Emile Laurent, Luthier / 11 Rue de la Clé / No.. Bruxelles 19..
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