Fine violin bow by Carl Albert Nürnberger, circa 1930

The original brand mark of bow maker Carl Albert Nürnberger (1885-1971) on the stick of this late 1930's violin bow does more than simply indicate its provenance: it is also an acknowledgement of the Saxonian bow making tradition in which the family Nürnberger held an outstanding position. With this magnificently crafted piece, Carl Albert Nürnberger, the grandson of Bausch student Franz Albert Nürnberger, proved himself to be a faithful heir to his forefathers who followed in the footsteps of the great Ludwig Bausch and expressed the assets of modern French bow making in distinctive styles. The fruits of these artisans' labour are impressively and directly manifest in this Carl Albert Nürnberger violin bow: the lightweight virtuoso bow with a round stick sits comfortably in the hand and plays with power and fluidity, opening up extremely comfortable and multi-facetted playing properties. Its balance point feels well-centred and slightly inclined towards the lower half of the stick. The excellent fittings of the silver-mounted bow is complemented by a distinctive Pearl eye. This Albert Nürnberger sen. bow perfectly satisfies sophisticated musical standards, and the few minor traces of use further confirm that it has been played often. After having been carefully set up by the specialists at our workshop, this high-quality undamaged Carl Albert Nürnberger violin bow is a versatile partner for nuanced interpretations thanks to its dynamic nature and its timbre-rich sound. Radiant and bright, it combines a sweet note with a pleasant warmth and a rich, resonant volume – an antique yet contemporary violin bow worthy of our special recommendation. Free worldwide shipping with 30 days return option.