William Tubbs

William Tubbs Violin Bow, London, c.1860

Name: William Tubbs Violin Bow, London, c.1860
Brand: William Tubbs
SKU: F2B3960
Price: 18000.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$18,000.00

SKU: F2B3960

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A fine English bow previously owned by an Ann Arbor violinist who performed with the Ann Arbor Symphony, Toledo Symphony, the Ann Arbor Chamber Orchestra, & Adrian Symphony. This is a fine and well-preserved example by an important English bowmaker.

William Tubbs Violin Bow – London, c.1860
A distinguished example from one of England’s great bowmaking dynasties

Crafted in London circa 1860, this fine violin bow by William Tubbs exemplifies the refined workmanship and musical sensitivity that defined the Tubbs family's early contributions to British bow making. With elegant proportions, a supple camber, and responsive handling, this bow offers both players and collectors a compelling glimpse into the transitional period between classical and modern bow styles.

The round pernambuco stick displays a medium light orange-brown patina and is finely balanced for nuanced articulation and tonal warmth. The head, fit with an ivory tip plate, is classically English in profile — graceful yet robust — while the frog features a pearl eye and silver mountings.

With a playing quality marked by agility and resonance, this bow would suit both a historically informed performer and a modern violinist seeking a refined, articulate tool. Whether on stage or in a curated collection, this bow stands as a testament to the craftsmanship and legacy of William Tubbs, whose influence laid the groundwork for his more famous son, James Tubbs.

Length is 735mm
Weight is 60.6g

Son of British bowmaker, Thomas Tubbs and father to the renowned James and Edward Tubbs, William Tubbs (1814-1878) studied under his father in addition to James and Edward Dodd III.

William Tubbs

William Tubbs Violin Bow, London, c.1860

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