Unstamped.
Round stick. Silver mounted. The button of the period but not original to the stick. The frog later.
62.0 grams
Please note: New procedures for Pernambuco took effect on March 5, 2026.
This violin bow is a fine example by one of the leading bow makers of the 19th century, Joseph Henry. The beautifully flamed pernambuco highlights the elegant head profile and precisely cut chamfers. The bow dates from what is widely considered Henry’s finest period, shortly after he established himself independently following his time in the Vuillaume workshop. Fitted with a later frog and a button from the same period, it offers a more accessible starting price while retaining the quality and character that make it an appealing choice for musicians.
Certificate: Cabinet d'Archetiers Experts Jean-François Raffin, Sylvain Bigot, Yannick Le Canu, Paris (Jun 13 2017)
Ending on Mar 30 at
2:29 PM London / 3:29 PM Berlin / 9:29 AM New York
Estimate:
£15,000–22,000
Bidding opens Mar 19, 2026 11:00 AM GMT
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‡ - TI - antique - additional 5% import VAT charged on the hammer
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