Fine gold mounted violin bow, Markneukirchen c.1920
This fine gold mounted violin bow is a masterpiece of German Markneukirchen bow making: the strong, octagonal stick of top-quality brown pernambuco has a gold mounted frog, a valuable touch that suits its exceptional playing. With a sound that is bright, radiant, warm and rounded this highly active German gold violin bow holds its own against the best bows of French origin and offers...
This fine gold mounted violin bow is a masterpiece of German Markneukirchen bow making: the strong, octagonal stick of top-quality brown pernambuco has a gold mounted frog, a valuable touch that suits its exceptional playing. With a sound that is bright, radiant, warm and rounded this highly active German gold violin bow holds its own against the best bows of French origin and offers wonderful options for nuanced performance. The stick measuring 74.7 cm has its balance point at 27.1 cm; its perceived balance is centered slightly inclined towards the head which allows perfect tip control, and the bow lies in your hand easily and conveniently. This fine violin bow is an eye-catchingly magnificent masterpiece that combines impressive asthetics with desired playing and sound qualities.
