BAZIN, Charles Nicolas (II) Born 1847, died 1915 Mirecourt France. Son and pupil of François Xavier Bazin, below. One of the best and most prolific and influential bow makers of Mirecourt. Early work on the models of his father, with rounded Vuillaume frogs. From 1870 he worked with J. Hel, and produced bows with octagonal sticks, and frogs with the Vuillaume miniature photograph eye. Used his own brand from c.1880, previous work having his father’s mark. Established a highly respected workshop employing around 15 workmen at its height c.1900. Active in the creation of the Mirecourt School of Violin Making, subsequently opened by Thibouville. Retired in 1907, leaving the business to his son.