François Lotte violin bow, powerful, circa 1960 (certificate by J.-F. Raffin)

Powerful French violin bow by Francois Lotte, powerful and responsive, with a bright, full sound

François Lotte (1889–1970) was an independent bow maker from Mirecourt whose workshop earned an excellent reputation and a large clientele from the late 1920s onwards, including numerous well-established violin makers such as René Bailly, for whom this high-quality masterpiece was created: a violin bow of unmistakable French provenance with a rich, bright, and warm sound.

Free from any significant signs of wear, this original stamped François Lotte violin bow with Raffin certificate is in exceptionally good condition, perfectly showcasing the fine, masterful workmanship of the head and the medium-strength bow stick made of reddish-brown pernambuco. The historical original features of the violin bow include the classic nickel fittings and the ebony frog with mother-of-pearl eye, above which is stamped “Francois Lotte.” The central center of gravity, which tends slightly toward the upper half, and the powerful stick of the violin bow allow for powerful playing with a lot of pressure—advantages for good players and professional musicians, for whom we have included this violin bow in the selection of French violin bows in the Corilon catalog.

French violin bow by Francois Lotte, short portrait:

• François Lotte, violin bow with original stamp, circa 1960
• Exceptionally good condition
• Strong bow stick
• Certificate of authenticity by J.-F. Raffin included in the price

We deliver this violin bow ready to play, with a 30-day return policy and Corilon trade-in guarantee. An additional Corilon certificate confirming the value can be ordered separately.