What a time of bold experimentation that must have been, the transitional period between 1780 and 1820! How colorful and diverse the world of instrument making suddenly became, and how lucky we are that we can draw from this diversity!
Most likely built around 1780, this model is attributed to William Forster II (1739-1808). Here, we again see the influence of superstar violinist Wilhelm Cramer, whose name is given to the tip’s distinctive “hammerhead” form.
The bow features a prominently high frog and tip, along with a relatively narrow band of hair. When the still recognizable curvature of the original is followed, the stick of the bow becomes almost straight under tension, similar to what is seen in depictions of Paganini, for example.
Classical Bow after Forster for Violin or Viola
Violin
Weight: from ... to ...: 54g - 56g Stick length: 70.5 cm
Stick material: Snakewood
Viola
Weight: from ... to ...: 58g - 60g
Stick length: 71.5 cm
Stick material: Snakewood
you will find the directly available bows.
From some models I have unsaleable samples that I can send for viewing. They then serve as a basis for discussion on the way to your optimal bow, which I will be happy to make for you personally.
Customer satisfaction is very important to me in every order.
A down payment of approx. 1/3 of the purchase price enables the order to be processed quickly. The balance will be paid after satisfaction.
If, contrary to expectations, the bow does not please, the deposit can be refunded except for a handling fee of 100,- Euro. The circumstances of the order and deposit are subject to personal agreement.
I look forward to our exchange,
Hagen Schiffler-Lustig
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