This viola bow by Morizot Frères, crafted in Mirecourt around 1950, is a fine and characteristic example of the French bow-making tradition of the mid-20th century. Made from a carefully selected octagonal Pernambuco stick of warm red-brown hue, it reflects the strength, precision, and refined craftsmanship associated with the Morizot workshop.

The bow is mounted in silver and fitted with a traditional ebony frog featuring a Parisian eye. The frog displays the distinctive channelled rail fitting to the stick, a recognizable feature of the Morizot brothers’ work from this period. The head is elegantly shaped, maintaining a balanced and purposeful profile consistent with the school’s aesthetic.

In playing, the bow stands out for its quick response, precision, and lightness of articulation, offering both control and flexibility. It combines clarity and delicacy with sufficient strength and stability, allowing the player to explore a wide range of repertoire — from Baroque to modern — with ease. Its tonal palette is rich and nuanced, embodying the traditional French elegance and color that define the best bows of this lineage.

A versatile and reliable bow, it represents an excellent choice for demanding violists seeking both refinement and expressive capability.