Instrument Type:
Bow Type: Violin Bow
Circa: 1845
Price: Upon Request
Maker: Nicolas Maline; Vuillaume A Paris
Description: Born in Mirecourt, France in 1822 to a family of violin and bow makers, Nicolas Maline became one of the prominent bow makers of the nineteenth century. It is likely that he served his apprenticeship under his father before working for J.B. Vuillaume 1840. In 1849, Maline was awarded the Chevalier de la Legion d’Honeur for his service in the voltigeur. Till his death in 1877, Nicolas Maline continued to craft bows, even assisted by his son for a period of time.
Round stick of dark, red-brown pernambuco of excellent quality. Ebony and silver mounted frog with mother-of-pearl eyes. This bow is in excellent condition at this time. Certified by Paul Childs, William Watson and Paul Siefried. 63.3 grams.