Joseph Vautrin
Chaumont, Mirecourt, 1875–1937
Violinist and composer. Apprenticed as violin maker to Chipot-Vuillaume in Mirecourt. Appointed head of the workshop of Emile Germain in Paris. Established independently in Mirecourt 1892, moving to 8 rue Laloy, Chaumont 1894. Stradivari-derived model. — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
40 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label Lot 154 | Vichy | December 2025 | £2,741est. € 2.000-3.000 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label with signature Lot 72 | Vichy | June 2023 | £3,847est. € 2.500-3.000 |
| Small Violin | Bearing the maker's signature Lot 763 | Vichy | May 2023 | £2,038est. € 1.000-1.500 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label Lot 714 | Vichy | May 2023 | £1,931est. € 1.000-1.500 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label Lot 67 | Vichy | December 2020 | £2,800est. € 2.000-3.000 |
| Violin | Messia copy, labelled Copie exacte du Messie par Joseph Vautrin Lot 972 | Vichy | November 2019 | £1,540est. € 800 |
| Cello | Bearing the maker's label Lot 115 | Vichy | November 2019 | £10,257est. € 10.000-12.000 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label Lot 122 | Skinners | June 2019 | £3,406est. $ 4,000-6,000 |
| Violin | Labelled Joseph Vautrin fecit, Chaumont anno 1927 J. V. Lot 170 | Tarisio | November 2018 | £2,740est. $ 3,000-5,000 |
| Violin | Bearing the original label Fait en 1912, signature, two-piece back, ribs and head similar Lot 60 | Apollium | November 2018 | £1,920est. € 1.500-1.800 |
| Violin | Bearing the maker's label Lot 713 | Vichy | November 2017 | £1,451est. € 1.000 |
| Violin | Labelled Joseph Vautrin fecit Chaumont anno 1927 J. V. Lot 233 | Brompton’s | March 2017 | £2,400est. £ 2,000-3,000 |
| Violin | Bearing the original label Lot 152 | Brompton’s | December 2014 | £615est. £ 800-1,200 |
| Violin | Labelled Joseph Vautrin fecit Chaumont anno 1901, J.V., bearing its original neck Lot 112 | Tarisio | March 2014 | £5,400est. £ 2,000-3,000 |
| Small Violin | Two-piece back of faint broad curl, varnish of a reddish brown colour on a golden ground Lot 39 | Gardiner Houlgate | March 2012 | £1,320est. £ 800-1,200 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm Chaumont, 1902 Probably by | — | January 2011 | £2,880 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm Chaumont, 1922 | — | January 2010 | £2,280 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Chaumont, 1942 (restored table cracks) | — | January 2009 | £1,348 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Chaumont, 1923 | — | January 2008 | £3,073 |
| Violin | 36.1 cm Mirecourt, 1880 c. | — | January 2008 | £1,646 |
| Violin | 35.7 cm Chaumont, 1912 | — | January 2007 | £2,016 |
| Violin | 35.9 cm | — | January 2007 | £1,529 |
| Violin | 35.6 cm Chaumont, 1924 | — | January 2006 | £2,237 |
| Violin | 1920 c. | — | January 2005 | £632 |
| Violin | Chaumont, 1904 | — | January 2005 | £2,293 |
| Violin | Chaumont, 1912 | — | January 2005 | £1,572 |
| Violin | Chaumont, 1912 | — | January 2005 | £1,029 |
| Violin | 20th C. | — | January 2005 | £712 |
| Violin | Chaumont, 1923 | — | January 2004 | £2,386 |
| Violin | Chaumont, 1925 | — | January 2004 | £1,769 |
| Violin | 1908 | — | January 2000 | £1,955 |
| Violin | 1933 | — | January 1999 | £1,500 |
| Violin | 1906 | — | January 1998 | £1,055 |
| Violin | 1920 c. | — | January 1997 | £643 |
| Violin | 1900 | — | January 1995 | £1,495 |
| Violin Bow | S/E 58 g. | — | January 1994 | £920 |
| Violin | 1921 | — | January 1992 | £825 |
| Violin | 1920 | — | January 1989 | £1,265 |
| Violin | 1920 c. | — | January 1989 | £1,012 |
| Violin | 1920 | — | January 1985 | £198 |
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Maker Overview
Life
Joseph VAUTRIN (1875-1937) was born in Mirecourt in 1875 and died in Chaumont, France, in 1937. He was also a violinist and composer. established himself independently in Mirecourt in 1898, later transferring his business to Chaumont in 1900, where he was still prospering at 9, rue de Verdun. However, John Dilworth states that Vautrin established independently in Mirecourt in 1892, moving to 8 rue Laloy, Chaumont, in 1894.
Characteristics
- Model
- His instruments follow a Stradivari-derived model.
- Varnish
- Sources contain conflicting information regarding the varnish color; Henri Poidras describes it as a chestnut brown shade, while John Dilworth notes a dark red varnish.
- Workmanship
- John Dilworth describes his work as fine professional work, characterized by a large distinctive scroll.
- Instruments
- Prior to 1914, several viols and viola d'amores were also recorded among his productions.
- Label
- His labels typically read "Joseph Vautrin fecit / Chaumont anno 19.." and often include his initials "J. V.".
- Joseph Vautrin fecit
Chaumont anno 19..John Dilworth
Influence and legacy
- Apprenticeship: He was a pupil and apprenticed as a violin maker to Chipot-Vuillaume in Mirecourt.
- Mentorship: He served as the ex-first hand, or head of the workshop, for Emile Germain in Paris.
Further Information
- Workshop Locations: Sources contain conflicting information regarding his workshop addresses and dates of establishment. Henri Poidras states he was located at 9, rue de Verdun in Chaumont, having moved there in 1900. John Dilworth indicates he moved to 8 rue Laloy, Chaumont, in 1894.
Biographies
The overview above is drawn from the following published accounts. Read them in the original:
John Dilworth+
VAUTRIN, Joseph Born 1875 Mirecourt, died 1937 Chaumont France. Violinist and composer. Apprenticed as violin maker to Chipot-Vuillaume in Mirecourt. Appointed head of the workshop of Emile Germain in Paris. Established independently in Mirecourt 1892, moving to 8 rue Laloy, Chaumont 1894. Stradivari-derived model. Fine professional work with large distinctive scroll. Dark red varnish. Several viols and viola d’amores also recorded prior to 1914. Joseph Vautrin fecit / Chaumont anno 19.. J. V.
Henri Poidras+
Chaumont, 9, rue de Verdun. Born at Mirecourt in 1875. Pupil of Chipot Vuillaume of Mirecourt, ex-first hand with Emile Germain in Paris. Established himself at Mirecourt in 1898 and transferred his business to Chaumont in 1900, where he still prospers. His model follows that of Stradivarius and his varnish is of a chestnut brown shade.
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