cello bow
Jan Strumphler
built in Vleuten in 2002
A cello bow, made by Jan Strumphler, Vleuten, 2002. Classic model, a copy of a Dodd bow from ca. 1800. Pernambuco shaft, ivory frog and tip, branded beneath the frog. 72.6 grams.
History of this instrument
This bow is part of a collection of bows that the Musical Instrument Fund can lend out in whole (or in part) on a project basis. The bows were commissioned by the Music Instrument Fund and crafted by contemporary bow makers based on authentic models. Both students and professional musicians may be eligible for a temporary loan. The Musical Instrument Fund gives priority to projects that utilize the entire collection—or a large portion of it. However, individual musicians and small ensembles may also apply for temporary use of a Baroque baton. For more information, please contact Geertje van der Linden at 020-6221255 or vanderlinden@muziekinstrumentenfonds.nl
About the builder Jan Strumphler
Jan Strumphler was born in 1958 in Haarlem. In 1984, he moved to Newark-on-Trent to study at the renowned violin-making school. He graduated in 1987 and went on to work for bow maker Matthew Coltman in London, specializing in bow making.