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A magnificent violin bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874)
Weight: 61 grams

This stunning gold and tortoiseshell violin bow by Peccatte is named for a previous owner, the Croatian virtuoso Zlatko Baloković (1895-1965). Balacović was also knownfor his acquisitions of many superb antique violins and bows over the course of his career. One of the bow’s most recent owners was the late Dr. Ephraim Engleman. Engleman was a pioneering rheumatologist at the University of California, San Francisco and a violinist. He was one of the foremost American collectors and acquired the “Baloković” from Bein & Fushi. … READ MORE

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An exquisite violin by GIOVANNI BATTISTA GUADAGNINI Turin, 1775
"Bryant"

By Joseph Bein The violins of Giovanni Battista Guadagnini are some of the most highly coveted by both leading artists and collectors. Violinists are extremely fortunate that he had such a prolific working life which spanned close to five decades. … READ MORE

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A superb violin by MICHELE DECONET Venice , 1750

Michele Deconet is one of the most important and prolific masters of the late Venetian School. His work is held in the highest regard for his use of outstanding materials and exceptional tonal qualities. Deconet’s instruments from his early period are considered his best, and this violin is no exception, … READ MORE

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An outstanding viola by PIERRE PACHEREL Nice, c. 1858

This exceptional and rare Andrea Amati model by Pierre Pacherel has everything a violist could desire: comfortable dimensions, remarkable craftsmanship, marvelous golden- brown varnish in remarkably fresh condition, and a rich, resonant tone. … READ MORE

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A superb violin bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874) Paris

Bows by the legendary Dominique Peccatte have been highly sought after by leading soloists and ensemble members for their amazing response, nuance, strength, and balance since they were made. This handsome, all-original bow  … READ MORE

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An outstanding violin by ANTONIO STRADIVARI Cremona, 1728
"Thunis"

It is our great privilege to offer the “Thunis” Antonio Stradivari violin of 1728. Documented in several of the most prominent publications on Stradivari, the “Thunis” is one of the more tonally dynamic Stradivari violins our firm has encountered. … READ MORE

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A Rare and Exquisite Quartet of Bows by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874)

We are honored to offer an extraordinary and rare quartet of all-original bows by the legendary Dominique Peccatte. For a string quartet, this quartet by the great master represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. All members of an ensemble c ould have bows with magnificent playing qualities and strength that are exceptionally well-matched in their capabilities. … READ MORE

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An exceptional violin bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874)
Weight: 59 grams

This exceptional violin bow by Dominique Peccatte is a rare example of the maker’s work. With the Peccatte brand, this superb all-original violin bow is one of the finest in ebony and silver by the maker. With great strength and complexity and consistent in its command of strokes from frog to tip, … READ MORE

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An extraordinary viola bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874)
Weight: 70.9 grams

This extraordinary viola bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE is endlessly rich in the colors it is able to draw. With abundant strength, and original in all its parts, this outstanding Peccatte viola bow is illustrated in the authoritative reference Makers of the Peccatte Family by Paul Childs … READ MORE

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A superb cello bow by DOMINIQUE PECCATTE (1810-1874)
Weight: 79 grams

This superb cello bow by Dominique Peccatte bow is all original and was previously owned by a principal cellist of a leading American orchestra. The bow has the full range of outstanding playing and tonal qualities one expects from the master’s finest work: … READ MORE

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A superb violin by MICHELE DECONET Venice, c. 1760

One of the most important late period masters of the Venetian School, not much is known about Michele Deconet’s life. Born in Kehl, near Strasbourg, … READ MORE

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An outstanding violin by ANDREA GUARNERI Cremona, c. 1663
"Fritz Hirt"

Founder of the great Guarneri dynasty, Andrea Guarneri apprenticed with Nicolò Amati from 1641-1646 and 1650-1654. He married Anna Maria Orcelli in 1652. … READ MORE

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A violin by ALESSANDRO GAGLIANO Naples, c. 1710-20

Alessandro Gagliano is the first known Neapolitan maker. He began his work in Naples around 1700. While it is not certain … READ MORE