James Perry (luthier)
James Perry | |
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Séamus de Poire | |
Violin by Perry, c. 1800 | |
| Born | c. 1759 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | c. 1810 Kilkenny, Ireland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Education | Thomas Perry |
| Known for | Luthier |
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| Movement | Irish school |
| Parent | John Perry (father) |
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| Patron(s) | Ormonde family |
James Perry (Irish: Séamus de Poire; c. 1759–1810) was an Irish luthier from Dublin, known for making violins, violas and cellos. His workshop was based in Kilkenny and also produced instruments such as guitars, German flutes, fifes and tenors. Perry is credited with having made over 1000 instruments. He was a brother and apprentice to Dublin luthier, Thomas Perry, and a protégé of the Ormonde family of Kilkenny Castle.