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    Hoyt M. Willbanks

    b. 1918

    WILLBANKS, Hoyt M. Born 1918 Washington, Oklahoma, Worked 1954-1973 Hooks, Texas USA. Farmer and self-taught violin maker active 1954-1973 in Hooks. Personal model. Commercial oil varnishes. Later used prefabricated parts. Also made some bows late in his career. [Wenberg] — John Dilworth
    Made Cello Bow
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    Auction Price History

    Highest auction price

    £260
    Type Details Auction house Sold Price
    Cello BowS/E 80 g.—May 1994£260

    Biographies

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    John Dilworth+

    WILLBANKS, Hoyt M. Born 1918 Washington, Oklahoma, Worked 1954-1973 Hooks, Texas USA. Farmer and self-taught violin maker active 1954-1973 in Hooks. Personal model. Commercial oil varnishes. Later used prefabricated parts. Also made some bows late in his career. [Wenberg]

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