Instrument Type: Bow
Bow Type: Viola
Circa: 1954
Asking Price: SOLD
Maker: Bernard Ouchard
The Bow
Bernard Ouchard made this viola bow for the 1954 bow exposition in Liege. As a result, it stands as a rare find.
The bow weighs 71.0 grams. That weight sits in a comfortable middle range for a viola bow. In fact, it gives a good mix of power and control. So the 1954 Bernard Ouchard viola bow suits a wide range of music.
For a player or collector, the appeal is clear. An exposition bow carries a special place in a maker’s output. Also, this Bernard Ouchard viola bow from 1954 links to a documented event in his career.
The Maker
Bernard Ouchard was the son of Emile Auguste Ouchard. He started making bows as a young teenager. Later, he moved to Paris with his father in 1941.
After WWII, he joined the Vidoudez firm in Geneva. Meanwhile, he kept refining his own style. Therefore, he had a strong reputation by the early 1950s.
In short, this exposition bow shows him at his best.
Terms of Sale
This bow has sold, so it is no longer available for purchase. Benning Violins invites you to browse our current catalog of fine viola bows. You can also contact us directly to ask about similar pieces.