REVEAL AFTER - CASE NO. 402
1920s Martin Guitar
Top-crack stabilization and bridge reglue. Traditional shellac polish restoration.
Masterful Care for Vintage & Antique Instruments
At Lyra's Folio, we breathe life back into the silent voices of heritage. Specialist repair and conservation services in Dublin for violins, cellos, guitars, and archival string instruments.
Our Restoration Services
Structural Repairs & Conservation
From precision crack repairs and internal patch reinforcement to complex neck resets and scroll grafts. We stabilize structural damage while honoring the instrument's original geometry and acoustic properties.
Varnish & Finish
Conservation cleaning and sympathetic varnish touch-ups using period-correct resins.
Bow Rehairing
Master-grade stallion hair and expert adjustments for optimal tension and response.
Tonal Adjustment & Setup
Realize your instrument's full potential. Our experts meticulously adjust bridges, soundposts, and string heights to achieve the perfect balance of clarity, warmth, and playability tailored to your technique.
Conservation is at our core
We believe in preserving the history and integrity of every instrument that enters our workshop. Our approach prioritizes minimal intervention, using reversible techniques and traditional hide glues that respect the original maker's intent.
"An instrument is a vessel of history. Our job at Lyra's Folio is merely to ensure that vessel remains sound for the next century of performance."
Recent Restoration Projects
Witness the transformation of heritage through specialist hands.
1890s French Violin
Full soundpost crack repair with internal patch conservation.
Early 20th Century Cello
Complete neck reset and varnish consolidation for a concert instrument.
Our Four-Step Process
01
Book Assessment
Schedule an initial valuation of your instrument's condition.
02
Detailed Evaluation
A comprehensive report outlining required conservation steps and costings.
03
Meticulous Craft
Work begins using the finest aged woods and historical techniques.
04
Aftercare
Secure collection and a specific maintenance guide for your instrument.
"The tonal adjustment Lyra's Folio performed on my 1730s violin was nothing short of transformative. Truly exceptional."
Dominique A.
As a professional cellist, I am deeply protective of my instrument. Nails Kervick handled the structural repair with a level of reverence and technical skill I haven't found elsewhere in Europe. I won't go anywhere else.
Nails Kervick
Professional SoloistWhy did I choose Lyra's Folio?
Because they understand that an instrument isn't just wood and string; it's a legacy. Their respect for the archive is unsurpassed.
Colman Nechiti
Entrust Your Instrument to Us
Let our experts evaluate your instrument and recommend the best course of action for its preservation and playability. Assessments are conducted at our Dublin studio on Fairfield Road.
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