violin bow
Jan Strumphler
built in Vleuten in 2002
A violin bow, made by Jan Strumphler in Vleuten, 2002. Classic model (Dodd). Pernambuco shaft, ivory frog and tip, branded beneath the frog. 52.2 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 in which the entire collection—or a large portion of it—is used. 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.