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Bow for double bass
19th century
Object Place: United States, New England region
Medium/Technique
Beech
Dimensions
Length 68.5 cm (26 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of John Koster
Accession Number1991.1176
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CollectionsMusical Instruments
ClassificationsMusical instruments – Accessories
DescriptionLarge German-style bow. Stick and frog of beechwood. Screw cap of dark hardwood.
InscriptionsIncised under frog: VX
Provenance1991, sold by New Bedford Antiques Company to John Koster, New Bedford, Massachusetts; 1991, gift of Koster to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 23, 1991)