When using this bow it brings to mind Oistrakh"s fabulous bow arm, this is totally understandable since from 1958 until his death in 1974 he played mostly on a bow by Richaume. A truly beautiful example of this fine makers work the violinist who buys this bow can enjoy a first class bow with a wonderful feel on the string.

Richaume was fortunate in his stock of pernambuco and his sticks are generally more attractive than most makers. This stick is stunningly beautiful. Unfortunately these photographs cannot show this to the fullest extent.

Condition wise it has sustained a break to the head which has been repaired with a clavette clearly visible in the photograph. This repair takes about three fifths off the price of this bow. Weighing 63g it is beautifully balanced and a joy to use.

It comes with a certificate from the renown expert Jean-Francois Raffin.