Ashmead Bows
Maker of Historical Bows
Ashmead historical bows are made from the finest available materials. They are designed in consultation with professional baroque and classical musicians, keeping within the historical framework of the day.
Within this site are samples of many modern and period bows, all hand crafted by Ralph Ashmead. The information presented here is intended to be used as a first step towards selecting the bow that most closely meets your needs.
Baroque violin bow – Copy of Stradivarius
Snakewood with ivory frog and button –
early 18th century.
Snakewood with ivory frog and button –
early 18th century.
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Praise for Ashmead Bows
I received the new bow on this wednesday. It is Amazing!!! I can play more warmer,more nature and richer for every note. And, most surprised thing for me was, I can play everything wherever of the bow!!!!! It is miracle isn’t it !!???!! It is really amazing. I cannot possibly
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I received the new bow on this wednesday. It is Amazing!!!
I can play more warmer,more nature and richer for every note.
And, most surprised thing for me was, I can play everything wherever of the bow!!!!!
It is miracle isn’t it !!???!! It is really amazing.
I cannot possibly put my thanks into words. I am very very happy.
Thank you!!
I can play more warmer,more nature and richer for every note.
And, most surprised thing for me was, I can play everything wherever of the bow!!!!!
It is miracle isn’t it !!???!! It is really amazing.
I cannot possibly put my thanks into words. I am very very happy.
Thank you!!
Setsuko