Paul Weidhaas was a distinguished German bow maker whose craftsmanship and artistry earned him international recognition. Born in 1894 in Markneukirchen, Germany—a town renowned for its deep-rooted tradition in instrument and bow making—he trained under his father before refining his skills through extensive work across Europe.

Weidhaas apprenticed and collaborated with several master bow makers, including Georg Winterling in Hamburg, Josef Vedral in The Hague, and Max Möller in Amsterdam. His most significant period of professional development, however, came during his time in Paris with the renowned French bow maker Victor Fétique. Under Fétique’s mentorship, Weidhaas honed his precision, stylistic refinement, and understanding of the nuanced balance and playability of fine French bows. Read More

• Round stick of red-brown Pernambuco
• Ebony frog with silver mounts
• Three part button
• 67.73 grams