Charles Nicolas Bazin: French violin bow from around 1890 (certificate J.-F. Raffin)

This lightweight French violin bow by Charles Nicolas Bazin, modelled on the Tourte style and made around 1890, is characterised by its simple beauty and elegance. A rather light, medium-strength and responsive violin bow with an outstanding tone and a certificate from J.-F. Raffin, crafted from first-class pernambuco wood, which produces a bright and sweet tone, and was made in Mirecourt towards the end of the 19th century, around 1880. The stick is round and has good tension, of medium thickness, with the reddish-brown wood displaying a magnificent grain and lustre. The black ebony frog, showing minor signs of age, is pleasing in its clean lines and is fitted with nickel silver fittings. The perceived centre of gravity lies centrally, slightly towards the lower half. This Charles Nicolas Bazin master violin bow, prepared and ready to play, sits very comfortably in the hand and plays with a lively response, producing a bright, warm, refined and resonant tone. The price includes a certificate from J.-F. Raffin, Paris.

This fine French violin bow is delivered free of charge by Corilon Violins, with a 30-day right of return and an unlimited trade-in guarantee. Pernambuco bows can only be delivered to EU.