Our latest antique violin is this beautiful French violin made by Charles Collin-Mezin fils in Paris in 1912.   The Collin-Mezin family is one of the most respected names in French violin making. Charles Jean-Baptiste Collin-Mezin (1841–1923), the father, trained in Mirecourt and established his Parisian workshop in 1868, quickly gaining a reputation for fine craftsmanship and tonal quality. He won several medals...

Bows for Strings is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with the Invictus Quartet—a dynamic ensemble of four exceptional musicians who have been familiar faces in our shop for many years.  (L-R above: Nyssa, Jin, Annika and Rebecca) Formed in 2017, the Invictus Quartet has earned praise both in Australia and internationally for their luminous, blended sound and their captivating performances. Based...

Daniele Tonarelli has long been one of our favourite Italian violin makers. We've had the pleasure of showcasing many of his instruments in our showroom, each one remarkable for its quality, consistency, and tonal depth. Recently, we've also featured violins by Davide Pizzolato, an accomplished luthier crafting under Tonarelli's guidance in his Cremona workshop. We’re excited to have just received one violin from...