You’ve Never Really Looked at Violin F-Holes Like This

Violin f-holes are often seen as a decorative element, but in reality they are one of the most revealing details of an instrument. In this video, Edgar Russ takes a closer look at violin f-holes, explaining their function, proportions, and visual language. Through direct comparisons between Stradivari and Guarneri, Edgar shows how different makers approached the same element in very personal ways — and how these choices reflect both historical context and individual character. The video also explores how f-holes were made in the past, using traditional tools and methods, and how they are made today in a modern workshop. Small variations in shape, placement, and execution can tell us a great deal about a violin, its maker, and its period. This is not about rules or formulas, but about learning how to observe instruments more carefully and understand what these details communicate. If you are interested in: Italian violin making Violin f-holes Stradivari and Guarneri violins Historical violin details Cremona violin tradition Violin making techniques Understanding violin design this video will help you look at violins with a more informed eye. Thank you for watching. Meanwhile all the best from Cremona Edgar Searching for the right Violin🎻, Viola🎻, Cello🎻 or Doublebass🎻 ? Write me an e-mail: [email protected] Or visit my Shop 🛒 here: https://violincellomaker.com Want to build your violin by yourself? Edgar’s Online Violinmaking Academy http://edgar-online-violinmaking-acad... For more exclusive content check out my Patreon page, you will find extra video and content waiting for you: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=34343314 Starting from 3 Euro per month you be a part of the community! 📬 To be always updated when something new is coming sign up here for the NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2kfVWQA Get in touch with me: Facebook: Edgar Russ - Distinguished Violinmaking https://bit.ly/2lQjBHt Instagram: @edgarrussviolinmaker Special thanks to my Patrons: Jaan Ader, Vincent Colletti, Thomas Trempel, Eddy Verheggen, Steve Davison, Vernon Miller, Thomas Gagnon, David Hofmann, Jonathan Sun, Joe Shirley, Charalampos Dafermos, Robert Kierzkowski, Jon, Terry Vaughn, Rachel Landau, Tobias Radmer, Kenneth Webb, Marcelo Marpegan, C. D., Tales Lobosco, Dave Tuel, Andy Renshaw, Richard McCarthy, Doug Roth, Gerard Mc Donnell, Nikolai Buergin 🎻🤩