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STEFFEN KUHNLA Master Cello Bow (Model 1041), 4/4 - Fine Pernambuco, Ebony, Sterling Silver, 79g

Master cello bow by the highly acclaimed Master Bowmaker Steffen Kuhnla of Bad Brambach, Germany. Please note that Kuhnla bows vary across a wide range of models. This high ranking model, the No. 1041, is made from the highest grade Pernambuco by Steffen Kuhnla himself and is typically offered brand new by dealers in the $3,000-$4,000 range.

Born in 1961, Steffen Kuhnla apprenticed in the 1980s with R. Messing, C.O. Durrschmidt and R.H. Leicht and became a Master Bowmaker in 1988. In 1989, he founded his own workshop, quickly earning a worldwide recognition among musicians for his outstanding master grade bows. He is a winner of the Tchaikovsky competition with his violin, viola, and cello bows. He is currently a lecturer at Markneukirchen University of Applied Arts (Musical Instruments Manufacture).

Kuhnla's exacting craftsmanship produces bows that play effortlessly, speak with clarity, and reveal the full range of the instrument's tone. The large stock of highest quality, old Pernambuco that Kuhnla acquired early in his career -- much of which had been seasoned for decades -- provides the source of precious material for his bows. 

You may wish to take a few minutes to watch the highly informative video titled STEFFEN KUHNLA - Bows crafted by masters on Youtube.

Made in the early 2020s, this bow is in excellent, near-mint condition. There are no cracks, repairs, or ostensible blemishes. The bullfrog thumb leather is original and shows no noticeable wear. The hair is ample.

The bow combines strength and elasticity, yielding excellent bounce, even draw from tip to frog, and a rich, warm tone. 

The bow comes with a case, which is in excellent condition.

This bow is suitable for the professional celloist and, at this price, is a superb bargain.

FEATURES

Weight: 79 g.
Length: 71.9 cm / 28.3 inches.
Balancing point: 6 3/4 inches from the frog (9 1/2 inches from the end of the stick).
Stick: fine Pernambuco (AAA+ grade), round shape, with a square mortise, elegantly sculpted.
Frog: premium Ebony frog full-lined in Sterling silver; abalone (Awabi) slide and large eye rimmed with Sterling silver.
Thumb material: Bullfrog leather.
Winding: Sterling silver wire.
Button: three-part Sterling silver button, decorated with an abalone (Awabi) eye.
Tip facing: mammoth.
Hair: natural white Mongolian horsehair.
Stick branding: STEFFEN KUHNLA.
Frog branding: coat of arms with SK initials.

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