This month we remember our true friend....the wonderful Bernard Millant
Every moment with him was a pure joy, an adventure together, of discovery and pleasure. For people outside the close knit dealer community it is tempting to think of dealers as people who are fond of money. For the true dealer this is not the case, necessary yes, funding for the next purchase. The true dealer is trying all the time to learn and help others discover the wonderful world of french bow making at its best.
There is one more, very important attribute to being a fine dealer and that is friendship with your colleagues from all over the world. I have known many for over twenty-five years now, I value their help and friendship keenly.
This month we have a delightful Viola bow made recently by Michael J Taylor, in mint unused condition. A superb Francois Xavier Tourte model made by the United Kingdom's greatest living maker. As Bernard said....'Michael is one of the best'...I could not agree more.
Of course after the sale of the last two early Sartory bows a few weeks ago I have a new Sartory with a clavette repair to the head from 1905-1908 period, just sensational in all respects. The Taylor is £4,800 the Sartory £10,000. Both rather rare they won’t be here too long!