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Violin Bow

mid-20th century
Not on view
Octagonal stick with silver tip; silver eyes surrounded by rings in ebony frog; silver button.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Violin Bow
  • Maker: Max Millant (French, Mirecourt born 1903, active 1923–75)
  • Date: mid-20th century
  • Geography: Paris, France
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Wood, silver, ebony
  • Dimensions: L. 74.4 cm (29-1/2 in.)
  • Classification: Chordophone-Accessories-bow
  • Credit Line: Bequest of William Winternitz, 1991
  • Object Number: 1991.28.3
  • Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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