John Delany (luthier)

John Delany
Seán Ó Dubhshláine
Violin by Delany, c. 1800
Born
John William Delany

1769
Died1838(1838-00-00) (aged 68–69)
Dublin, Ireland
NationalityIrish
EducationThomas Perry
Known for
Notable work2 violins, NMI collection
Style
  • Amati style
  • Perry style
  • Stainer style
MovementIrish school
Parents
  • Daniel Delany (father)
  • Mary Byrne (mother)
Relatives
Signature

John William Delany (Irish: Seán Ó Dubhshláine; 1769 – 1838) was an Irish luthier and maker of violins and violas from Dublin.[1][2] His instruments have become known for their unusual labels, often expressing his support for liberty and racial equality.[3][4] Two of Delany's violins are preserved as part of a collection in the National Museum of Ireland, Dublin.[5]

  1. ^ Teahan 1963, p. 29.
  2. ^ Boydell 2013, p. Delany, John.
  3. ^ Stainer 1896, p. 22.
  4. ^ Morris 1920, p. 132.
  5. ^ Morris 1920, p. 131.