Andre Richaume Viola bow silver mounted ebony

One of the finest bowmakers of the 20th century, Richaume spent his entire life surrounded by fine bows and brilliant bowmakers. He began his training under Emile F. Ouchard, working alongside another great young bowmaker, Emile A. Ouchard. He worked with his uncle, Jules Fetique, who worked with Sartory for many years. He also spent five years working with another uncle, the great Victor Fetique, before setting up on his own in 1932. Over the course of his prolific career he produced 1,000 silver and ebony bows of fabulous quality. This violin bow is an excellent example of his work: strong, precise, and dependable, it facilitates the performer’s artistic endeavors. It is accompanied by a Raffin certificate.