Bow Type: Violin
Price: SOLD
Maker: Alfred Lamy Père
The Bow
Joseph Alfred Lamy made this violin bow. It remains in excellent condition today, presenting a phenomenal synthesis of balance, strength, and weight. The bow weighs 59 grams.
The Maker
Joseph Alfred Lamy was born in Mirecourt, France in 1850, the son of Jean Joseph Lamy. At the age of twelve, Lamy began his bow making apprenticeship under Charles Husson. In 1868, he left Mirecourt to work for the Gautrot firm, later going on to work for François Nicolas Voirin in Paris.
Lamy’s successful and prolific career led him to a silver medal at the Paris Exhibition, followed by a gold medal in 1900. His bows remain highly regarded today among collectors and performing musicians, valued for the precision and craftsmanship that defined his celebrated career.
Terms of Sale
This bow has been sold and is no longer available for purchase. Benning Violins invites you to browse our current catalog of fine instruments and bows or contact us directly to inquire about similar bows.