William Nisbet

Violin maker
(1828 – 1903)

William Nisbet was a self-taught craftsman who made approximately 120 violins. His early work concentrated on Maggini models, later shifting to an Amati-derived pattern. He used broad purfling and applied spirit varnish in various shades. In 1885, he received a bronze medal at the Edinburgh Exhibition. His name was inscribed internally.

Price History

- The auction record for this maker is $1,010 in Nov 1988, for a violin.
- 2 auction price results.

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