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A Stradivari violin made in 1714 sells for $11.3 million at auction

A violin made in 1714 by Antonio Stradivari sold for $11.3 million at an auction in New York, falling short of estimates between $12 million and $18 million.
The Joachim-Ma Stradivarius is considered one of Stradivari's best works, built during his Golden Period, and is believed to have influenced composer Johannes Brahms.
Bidding at Sotheby’s began at $8 million, quickly rising to $10 million, with the final sale at $11.3 million, according to auctioneer Phyllis Kao.
Proceeds from the sale will fund student scholarships at New England Conservatory, according to Andrea Kalyn, the president of the institution.

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The Epoch Times

Stradivari Violin Made in 1714 Sells for $11.3 Million at Auction

NEW YORK—A violin made in 1714 by the legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari sold for $11.3 million at an auction in New York on Friday, short of estimates that would have made it the most expensive instrument ever sold. Sotheby’s auction house had estimated that the “Joachim-Ma Stradivarius” violin could sell for between $12 million and $18 million, with the higher end of the range potentially eclipsing the record-breaking $15.9 million someone p…

30 days ago·New York, United States

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OPB

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A Stradivarius violin sells for $11.3 million at auction, falling short of record

A Stradivarius violin sold for $11.25 million at auction on Friday, showing the continued appeal of the legendary instruments, yet falling short of a record.Video from the auction at Sotheby’s in New York City shows auctioneer Phyllis Kao opening bidding at $8 million. Bids quickly rose to $10 million, then bidding ceased. The final price includes auction house fees. Sotheby’s said it could not share information about the identity of the buyer. …

1 month ago·Portland, United States

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RTV Slovenija

The 1714 Stradivari violin did not become the most expensive musical instrument sold in history

In New York, a violin made by Antonio Stradivari in 1714 was sold for $11.3 million (10.9 million euros). The auction was a considerable disappointment, as auctioneers hoped that this violin would become the most expensive musical instrument sold in history.

1 month ago

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A Stradivarius violin sold at auction in New York. It entered the top of the most expensive musical instruments in history - HotNews.ro

A rare Stradivarius violin, made in 1714 by Antonio Stradivari during his "golden period", was sold for $11.3 million on Friday at an auction in New York by the auction house...

1 month ago·Romania

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A Stradivari violin made in 1714 sells for $11.3 million at auction

The Joachim-Ma Stradivarius violin, regarded as one of Antonio Stradivari's best works, sold for $11.3 million at an auction in New York.

1 month ago·Sacramento, United States

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VOA News

Stradivari violin made in 1714 sells for $11.3M

NEW YORK — A violin made in 1714 by the legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari sold for $11.3 million at an auction in New York on Friday, short of estimates that would have made it the most expensive instrument ever sold. Sotheby's auction house had estimated that the "Joachim-Ma Stradivarius" violin could sell for between $12 million and $18 million, with the higher end of the range potentially eclipsing the record-breaking $15.9 million someon…

1 month ago·United States

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