A leading early twentieth-century Parisian maker known for powerful, beautifully finished bows.
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A bow by Victor Fétique is available.
Price on request. Detailed photographs, the complete description, condition information and the certificate from Cabinet Raffin are provided directly to interested clients.
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Victor Fétique trained in Mirecourt and gained experience in major workshops before establishing himself in Paris. His mature work combines the force of Peccatte-inspired construction with the regularity and polish of the modern French school.
Seen within the wider history of french school bow making, the surviving work associated with Victor Fétique is best understood through materials, construction, stylistic detail and comparison with authenticated examples. A brand alone is never conclusive.
Why this maker matters
A place in the history of the bow.
He ranks among the most important French makers of his generation and trained or influenced several notable craftsmen.
Characteristics often studied
Bold heads
Strong sticks
Precise frogs
Rich, confident finish
Workshop, associations & marks
Trained in Mirecourt
Worked in Paris
Brother of Jules Fétique
Workshop work varies by period
Attribution and certification
This profile is an educational introduction. A stamp, model or single construction detail is never sufficient to establish authorship. This bow is accompanied by a certificate from Cabinet Raffin; the certificate and complete private dossier are supplied directly to the prospective client.
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