We are pleased to offer this fine cello bow crafted by renowned French bow maker Victor Fetique for examination, trial and purchase.
Bow Type: Cello Bow
Year: Circa 1910
Price: Sold
Maker: Victor Fetique
Dimensions: 77.8 g.
The Cello Bow
A fine cello bow, mounted in tortoiseshell and gold. The bow is in very good condition and exemplifies Fétique’s refined craftsmanship, offering excellent balance and a smooth, responsive feel. Its ease of articulation and fluid playability make it a pleasure in the hand, while the tortoiseshell and gold mountings underscore the beauty of the bow. A superb playing bow for the professional, it is equally a beautiful acquisition for the discerning collector.
The Maker
Victor François Fétique (1872–1933) was a distinguished French bow maker from Mirecourt, known for his precision and refined craftsmanship. He began his apprenticeship with Charles Claude Husson and later trained with Sigisbert Maline, Émile Miquel, and Nicolas Bazin. In 1901, he moved to Paris to work for Caressa & Français, where he refined his style before establishing his own workshop in 1913.
Fétique’s bows are recognized for their balance, elegance, and attention to detail, often featuring small, refined heads and round frogs with Peccatte-style throats. From 1921 to 1926, he collaborated with makers such as Albert Thomassin and Louis Morizot ‘père,’ who provided partially finished bows for him to complete in Paris.
Certifications
This fine cello bow has been certified by Jean-Francois Raffin.
- Jean-François Raffin is a renowned French bow expert, appraiser, and co-author of key reference works on fine bows, widely respected for his expertise in authentication and valuation.
Terms of Sale
This fine cello bow is available for examination and trial and has been meticulously set up to our exacting specifications before addition to our catalog. If you wish to inquire further about this cello bow, please contact us using the green button at the top of this listing or call 1-818-762-1374 during business hours.