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John Smith

worked 1794–1820

Amati-derived model with arching of medium height. Accurate and well finished work. Charming scroll and golden-brown varnish. — John Dilworth
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John Dilworth+

SMITH, John Worked circa. 1794-1820 Whitchurch, Shropshire UK. Amati-derived model with arching of medium height. Accurate and well finished work. Charming scroll and golden-brown varnish.

Henri Poidras+

At the beginning of the XVIIIth century a clever workman of that name made charming violins of a small pattern and slightly arched, of excellent workmanship.

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