Violin Bow by Juliano Oliveira, Brazil, circa 2023
This violin bow has now sold.
About Juliano Oliveira
This bow was made by Juliano Oliveira for L'archet Brasil, the leading bow company which commissions work from master makers in Brazil. The bows are all handmade by individual archetiers before being distributed by the firm all across the world. The company has developed an excellent reputation for its focus on sustainability: their work in developing excellent alternatives to pernambuco is of particular note.
These bows are selected by us in conjunction with our Head of Workshop. We assess the bows for both quality and playing characteristics, selecting the best for sale.
About the violin bow
This violin bow was made in Brazil. It is made of ipe, a Brazilian hardwood which is very dense. Ipe offers an excellent alternative to pernambuco at an affordable price.
The bow weighs 64 grams and measures 726 mm in length. The mounts are of silver and ebony and the stick is round in cross section.
How does it play?
This is a bow that reminds me of Belgian chocolate. It has a sweetness and a round warmth that is very compelling to play and use. Works well off the string, easy to control in the fast stuff and sits nicely in the string.
Condition
The bow is in original mint condition.