Maurice Whittaker
London, worked 1760–1763
Musical instrument dealer. Possibly also a maker of original work but instruments found with his name are rare and generally have the anonymous look of London trade work of the period. His premises, or rooms sharing the same address, were taken over by John Betts in 1782. — John Dilworth
Auction Price History
Highest auction price
4 results
| Type | Details | Auction house | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 38.3 cm London, 1763 | — | January 2011 | £6,869 |
| Violin | 35.8 cm late 18th C. Probably by | — | January 2011 | £4,887 |
| Violin | London, 1780 | — | January 2004 | £836 |
| Cello | 1760 | — | January 1996 | £6,900 |
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John Dilworth+
WHITTAKER, Maurice Worked circa. 1760-1763 London UK. Musical instrument dealer. Possibly also a maker of original work but instruments found with his name are rare and generally have the anonymous look of London trade work of the period. His premises, or rooms sharing the same address, were taken over by John Betts in 1782. Maurice Whittaker, / at the Violin & Ger. Flute / next the North Gate of the / Royal Exchange / Londini fecit, 1763 Bot. of Maurice Whittaker / Musical Instrument Maker at ye Violin under ye Piazza / Next the North Gate of the Royal Exchange
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