JOHN BETTS WORKSHOP , A VIOLIN, CIRCA 1809 | Christie's

Sale 1369

Fine Musical Instruments

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29 April 2004

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Lot 37

JOHN BETTS WORKSHOP

A VIOLIN, CIRCA 1809

Price realised

USD 5,019

Estimate

USD 3,500 - USD 5,500

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JOHN BETTS WORKSHOP
A VIOLIN, CIRCA 1809
Branded externally on the back, BETTS/ROYAL EXCHANGE/LONDON, length of back 14 1/16 in (358 mm), with case (2)
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