Francois Lotte (b. 1889, d. 1970) was the son of violinmaker Georges Lotte, who worked for J.B. Vuillaume and then for Derazey. Francois chose archetier and was believed to have served his apprenticeship with Bazin (as he was found on the Bazin shop list of workers until 1921). After becoming a prisoner of war in WWI and his release, he married into the Ouchard family. Regardless, Lotte started working for the Cuniot-Hury firm in 1922 until 1925. After some professional unrest, Lotte established his own shop in 1926. In 1936, he hired several assistants including his son Roger Francois. Lotte retired from bowmaking in 1960. His work is synonymous with elegant craftsmanship and a commitment to reliability and quality. Come bask in the historical and performance significance this Lotte bow offers. Treat yourself to this remarkably crafted bow from the esteemed Mirecourt Lotte workshop. The octagonal stick melts into the strings with sumptuous power and clarity. As you play, you will be impressed with the exceptional control and refined balance of the bow. Your violin and bowing technique will sing with new clarity, tonal color, and conviction. The response? Lightning fast! Write (and play!) your own history with the Francois Lotte bow.