Jules Fétique was a bow maker active in Paris, known for producing silver-mounted bows in both violin and cello sizes. His bows feature characteristic construction details including ebony frogs with pearl eyes and silver adjuster bands, consistently stamped with the retailer mark 'Albert Caressa Paris' on the handle [1][2][3][4]. The documented examples span both octagonal and round stick profiles, with weights ranging from 57.5 to 78 grams, suggesting production across multiple instrument categories [1][2][3][4]. The consistent presence of the Caressa stamp indicates a commercial relationship with the prominent Parisian dealer, a standard practice among French bow makers of the period.
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