The Maker:

Andrew Dipper is a skilled restorer, luthier, historian, and writer with a background in sculpture and Cremonese violinmaking. He has made replicas of historic bows for 35 years. Mr. Dipper’s work is informed by dedicated scholarship, study of original bows and museum conservation.  Examples of his restoration, conservation, and reproduction work can be found in many of the foremost public and private musical instrument collections, as well as in the hands of acclaimed players worldwide.

Model:

This classical violin bow copied after an extant example celebrates the early career of Niccolo Paganini. The very high swan head of this model is unusual and can be seen in historical images of Niccolo Paganini’s performances onstage.

 

Materials:

Stick: Caesalpinia paraguariensis

Frog: African blackwood

 

Certificate:

Andrew Dipper

 

Specs:

Weight: 62.0 g

Length: 73.8 cm