Ludwig Christian August Bausch

Auction price history

Highest auction price

£4,200

Type	Details	Sold	Price
Violin Bow	S/E 56.5 g.	October 2011	£3,564
Violin	35.5 cm Leipzig, 1860 c. [Ascribed to & probably by]	March 2011	£4,200
Violin Bow	S/E 54.5 g. without hair and fine winding	December 2009	£3,808
Violin Bow	S/E 56.5 g. Leipzig, 1850 c. without hair	October 2009	£2,215
Violin Bow	S/E 64.5 g. Germany, 1860 c.	October 2007	£1,967
Violin Bow	S/E 63.5 g. Leipzip, 1850 c.	February 2006	£1,680
Cello Bow	S/E 76 g.	May 2005	£1,560
Violin Bow	S/E 58.5 g.	February 2005	£1,920
Viola Bow	S/E 66 g.	March 2002	£1,800

Maker Overview

History

Ludwig Christian August Bausch (1805-1871) was born on January 15, 1805, in Naumburg and passed away on May 26, 1871, in Leipzig, Germany, according to Cecie Stainer. He was a pupil of B. Fritzsche in Dresden from 1818 to 1822, as noted by John Dilworth. Following his apprenticeship, he worked for Engleder in Munich in 1822. Bausch established his independent workshop in Dresden from 1826 to 1828, then moved to Dessau where he worked from 1828 to 1839. His career continued in Leipzig from 1839 to 1860, followed by a period in Wiesbaden in 1861, and a return to Leipzig in 1863. Willibald Leo Lütgendorff states that he became the ducal Nassau court instrument maker in Wiesbaden on November 1, 1861. In his early career, Bausch produced a few violins, described by Dilworth as 'rather ordinary' and influenced by J. B. Fritsch. He also made guitars with the assistance of J. Schmirler. From 1836, encouraged by the renowned musician Spohr, Bausch dedicated himself primarily to bow making.

Craft

Instruments: In his early career, Ludwig Christian August Bausch made a few violins, which John Dilworth describes as 'rather ordinary' and influenced by J. B. Fritsch. He also produced guitars with the assistance of J. Schmirler.
Bow Making: From 1836, encouraged by Spohr, Bausch dedicated himself to bow making, achieving significant success and admiration for his work. His bows were crafted in the style of Tourte, earning him the epithet 'German Tourte,' as noted by both John Dilworth and Willibald Leo Lütgendorff.
Characteristics: John Dilworth describes his bows as having dark brown, usually round sticks, which were sometimes a little long. They are considered to be of very fine quality and are much appreciated. Lütgendorff adds that his bows and bridges are still imitated today as exemplary.
Supplies: It is thought that Bausch supplied bows to Kittel, according to John Dilworth.

Influence

Mentorship: Ludwig Christian August Bausch was a pupil of B. Fritzsche in Dresden, a fact corroborated by John Dilworth, Willibald Leo Lütgendorff, and Cecie Stainer. He also worked for Engleder in Munich.
Artistic Influence: His violins were made under the influence of J. B. Fritsch.
Encouragement: The renowned musician Spohr encouraged Bausch to dedicate himself to bow making from 1836, as mentioned by John Dilworth and Cecie Stainer.
Stylistic Inspiration: Bausch's bow making was significantly influenced by the style of Tourte.

Legacy

Recognition: Ludwig Christian August Bausch was highly successful and much admired for his bow making, earning him the title of the 'German Tourte,' a distinction noted by John Dilworth and Willibald Leo Lütgendorff.
Awards: He received a silver medal at the Dresden Exhibition in 1840, as stated by John Dilworth and Cecie Stainer.
Official Appointment: On November 1, 1861, he became the ducal Nassau court instrument maker in Wiesbaden, according to Willibald Leo Lütgendorff.
Enduring Impact: John Dilworth notes that Bausch's name has become generic and is now found branded on thousands of factory-produced bows, indicating the widespread recognition and influence of his work.

Further Information

Workshop Locations: Ludwig Christian August Bausch established his independent workshop in Dresden (1826-1828), Dessau (1828-1839), Leipzig (1839-1860, 1863), and Wiesbaden (1861).
Branding: Authentic examples of his bows are branded 'BAUSCH LEIPZIG' or 'L. BAUSCH LEIPZIG.'
Violin Labels: His manuscript violin labels include 'Ludwig Bausch / in Neustedt, Dresden / Ao.1820. No. 6' and 'Ludwig Bausch / Neustedt, Dresden / 1825.'

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Biographies

John Dilworth Cecie Stainer Willibald Leo Lütgendorff

John Dilworth

BAUSCH, Ludwig Christian August Born 1805 Naumburg, died 1871 Leipzig Germany. Bow maker. Pupil of Fritzsche in Dresden 1818-1822. Worked for Engleder in Munich 1822. Established independently in Dresden 1826-1828, Dessau 1828-1839, Leipzig 1839-1860, Wiesbaden 1861, and Leipzig 1863. A few rather ordinary violins under the influence of J. B. Fritsch. Also made guitars in early career, with assistance from J. Schmirler. From 1836, encouraged by Spohr, dedicated to bow making. Very successful and much admired work in the style of Tourte, becoming known himself as the ‘German Tourte’. Thought to have supplied bows to Kittel. Dark brown, usually round, sticks, sometimes a little long. Very fine quality and much appreciated. Silver medal at Dresden Exhibition 1840. The name has become generic and is now found branded on thousands of factory produced bows. Authentic examples branded: BAUSCH LEIPZIG or L. BAUSCH LEIPZIG. Manuscript violin labels: Ludwig Bausch / in Neustedt, Dresden / Ao.1820. No. 6 Ludwig Bausch / Neustedt, Dresden / 1825