John D'Angelico

John D'Angelico (1905 in Little Italy, Manhattan – September 1, 1964 in Manhattan) was a luthier from New York City, noted for his handmade archtop guitars and mandolins. He founded the D'Angelico Guitars company, where other notable luthiers like Jimmy D'Aquisto served as apprentices.

John D'Angelico
Born1905
Little Italy, Manhattan
DiedSeptember 1, 1964(1964-09-01) (aged 58–59)
Manhattan
NationalityAmerican
OccupationLuthier
Known forFounder of D'Angelico Guitars
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