Cello by Henry Lockey Hill, London, circa 1810

About Henry Lockey Hill

Henry Lockey Hill is regarded as one of the best makers in the great Hill dynasty. He represents the third generation of violin makers in the family, being the son of Lockey Hill. It is likely that he received instruction from his uncle, Joseph II, before joining the Betts workshop in the early 1800s. Henry Lockey took over his father's workshop in 1810, producing excellent work that moved the workshop away from the more commercial work of the previous generation.

His exceptionally fine instruments were a key part in the turning around of the Hill family fortunes. His work can be viewed as the pivot between the trade work of the earlier generations and the position from which his son William Ebsworth was able to set up W.E. Hill and Sons, one of the most successful companies ever involved in the violin trade.

About this cello

This cello was made in London around 1810 and is modelled after the instruments of the Amati family.

The cello has a two piece back of quarter-sawn maple with ribs to match. The scroll is of slightly plainer maple and the front is two pieces of fairly narrow-grained spruce. The varnish is golden-brown in colour, laid over a lighter golden ground.

The cello has a length of back of 737 mm.

How does it sound?

This is a cello with a rich, mature voice. It blends very well and has a warm, interesting character.

Condition

The cello is in good restored condition.

Certification

The cello comes with the certificate of Benjamin Hebbert.

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