Nicolas Maline is considered one of the greatest bow makers of the classical period of French bow making. He was the student of his father, Guilaume. After his apprenticeship he worked for Etienne Pajeot along side Nicolas Maire. From about 1840, he made bows for J.B.Vuillaume.

This beautiful bow was made in the Vuillaume style. He made bows for a number of other Parisian dealers, although it is generally believed that he worked only in Mirecourt.