James Tubbs Violin Bow, London circa 1870

James Tubbs Violin Bow, London circa 1865

This is a fine early example of the work of James Tubbs. The model is the one he used while making bows for WE Hill. The head is more refined than in his later work, the frog with a wide throat and delicate pearl eye, and a very characteristic “goldfish” mother of pearl throughout.
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Claude Thomassin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1885

Claude Thomassin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1885

This is a near-mint early Claude Thomassin, made for the violinmaker HC Silvestre. Thomassins are always reliable, and this bow is one of the best examples we’ve had – perfectly balanced, super-stable, with a big solistic sound.
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Jean Joseph Martin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1880

Jean Joseph Martin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1880

Jean Joseph Martin was one of the extraordinary team of makers assembled by JB Vuillaume, and his bows very often follow the Vuillaume model. This is a more personal creation with a distinctive head – very unusually it bears an authentic Dominique Peccatte brand. The bow is in near perfect condition.
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EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Paris circa 1935

EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Paris circa 1935

This is a rare Vuillaume model bow by EA Ouchard, one of our favourite makers. As you would expect from any bow presented here, it’s an excellent playing bow in top condition.
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EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Paris circa 1940

EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Paris circa 1940

Emile Auguste Ouchard is the only 20th century maker whose popularity rivals that of Sartory – here we have a rather special bow from the late 1930s retaining all its original features. An outstanding player’s bow too…
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FN Voirin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1885

FN Voirin Violin Bow, Paris circa 1885

This is a very fine silver-mounted FN Voirin in mint condition – it’s an exceptional player, elegant and refined in conception but with a strong stick and a brilliant tone.
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EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Mirecourt circa 1925

EA Ouchard Violin Bow, Mirecourt circa 1925

This is an outstanding and highly collectable EA Ouchard violin bow in silver and ivory in near mint condition – also a faultless playing stick with a brilliant and expressive character.
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Violin Bows For Sale Under £15K
Great sticks for players on a budget
Fine Violin Bows £15K to £30K
19th & 20th century bows for advanced students
Fine Violin Bows £30K to £75K
Professional level bows by highly respected makers
Rare Violin Bows Over £75K
Fine bows for soloists and collectors

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