1827–1887
Son and pupil of Sébastien Miremont. He completed his apprenticeship with Claude N. Collin, went to Paris in 1844 to work in the Lafleur workshop, then worked in that of Bernardel père until 1852. He subsequently settled in New York, where he remained for nine years, before returning to live in Paris at 20 rue du Faubourg-Poissonnière. He had no successor.
Miremont received the highest distinctions at the Universal Exhibitions of 1853, 1855, 1862, and 1867. His instruments are much sought after, especially his cellos. He used an orange-red varnish and worked after the models of Stradivari, Guarneri, and Gagliano. He also made fine bows. His attempts to strengthen the tone by introducing a second soundpost were completely unsuccessful.
(source: violindocs)
