French viola bow by Louis Morizot brothers - Certified by J.F. Raffin in Paris.

This is a very nice example of French viola bow making.

This Morizot viola bow has a strong but souple stick is made from the finest orange brown pernambuco wood and is round shaped.
The ebony frog is made with pearl eyes and a fine one-part screw.(all original).
A strong good viola bow, nickel-silver mounted, with a fine balance and a powerful tone production.
The total length of the stick is around 73.1 cm - 4/4 size -  and the weight of the bow is 69,5 gr.
The bow is straight and has a beautiful curve.
Fine new winding, hair and new leather grip.

The L. Morizot Fr. obtained the highly reputated award, "Exposition Artisanale Paris" in 1929 for their superbe work.

Morizot viola bows are still wanted and respected by many amateurs and professional players.

A very nice viola bow !