Bow Type: Cello
Price: SOLD
Maker: Joseph Alfred Lamy
The Bow
Joseph Alfred Lamy made this cello bow. It offers a strong but balanced stick that improves the tonal qualities of any cello, standing as an exceptional example of Lamy’s work. The bow weighs 82.5 grams and was certified by Paul Childs, NY, in 2014.
The Maker
Joseph Alfred Lamy was born in Mirecourt, France in 1850, the son of Jean Joseph Lamy. At the age of twelve, he began his bow making apprenticeship under Charles Husson. In 1868, Lamy 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 and 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.