Ihle Violins

Beauty may happen in the dynamics of lines, in the tension between strength and fragility, in the shimmering game between light and shadow ... This is what I love about violin making.

The Articles page features a collection of articles and research by Philip, offering insights into violin making, restoration techniques, and the science of wood and varnish. It reflects his passion for sharing knowledge about the craft alongside his work as a Luthier Consultant to The Strad.

The Strad

The Strad

The Strad

The Strad

The Strad

The Strad

The Strad

Background image by Marius Bukis.