Herbert Wanka Circa 1980’s

A very fine GERMAN viola bow by Herbert Wanka. Octagonal Pernambuco stick, sterling silver mounted ebony frog. he bow is in very good condition and it is an excellent choice for a serious player or professional violist.

Herbert Wanka
Born 1938 in Bubenreuth, Germany. He studied bow making under the direction of Emanuel Schuster. He is stylistically influenced by Schuster as well as the classical French Models of Sartory and Lamy, he makes his bows after his personal model ideal, which he has basically never changed over the years. Wanka’s 50-year career in bow making has placed him at the top of the German bow trade. The high acceptance of his bows by musicians in Germany and abroad reflects the valuation of his work. Wanka continues to make one-of-a-kind bows with enthusiasm and passion that’s not always found in today’s culture.

We invite you to come to our location to try this bow with your violin. Please call ahead so that we can prepare a private room for the trial if you need.

DIMENSIONS: length 73.1 cm, weight 70.4 grams
REF: OV19

Price $ 3,600.00