Violin Bow, 1770-1780

THF154046 / Violin Bow, 1770-1780
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Violin bow

Date Made

1770-1780

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

33.250.4

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Brazilwood (Wood)
Ivory (Tooth component)
Mother of pearl
Gold (Metal)

Dimensions

Width: 1.25 in
Length: 29.75 in

Inscriptions

in ink on tip; "L001" or "1007"; above frog; "Tourte"
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