A viola bow by J.Tubbs, Made for WE Hill c1860

James Tubbs is without doubt the genius of bowmaking in England in the 19th Century.

His viola bows always seem to work and I believe the value for money when compared to French bows is second to none!

This example is a very fine condition bow made for William E Hill…the main founder of the firm that started in the 1880’s.

It’s a smooth playing bow that makes a special sound.

69.4g

Price range: £14,000+