A 1714 Stradivarius violin, crafted by the renowned luthier Antonio Stradivari, fetched $11.3 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York. While it fell short of breaking the record for the most expensive violin ever sold, the sale remains a significant event in the world of classical music and instrument collecting.
A violin crafted in 1714 by the renowned luthier Antonio Stradivari has recently been sold for a staggering $11.3 million (equivalent to $18 million Australian dollars) at a prestigious auction held in New York . While Sotheby's auction house had predicted that the Joachim-Ma Stradivarius violin could potentially shatter the record for the highest price ever paid for a violin, it ultimately fell slightly short of expectations.
The estimated selling price for the violin had ranged between $12 million and $18 million. However, it did not surpass the record-breaking $15.9 million paid for another Stradivarius violin at auction over a decade ago. The Joachim-Ma Stradivarius is widely considered one of Stradivari's finest creations, produced during his Golden Period when his craftsmanship and mastery of acoustics reached their peak. According to the auction house, the violin is believed to have influenced the famed composer Johannes Brahms during the composition of his renowned Violin Concerto in D Major. Mari-Claudia Jimenez, the chair of Sotheby's, expressed the significance of the violin, stating, 'This extraordinary violin represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and classical music history, its unparalleled sound and storied provenance captivating collectors and musicians alike.' She further emphasized, 'The Joachim-Ma Stradivarius garnered global attention, achieving one of the highest prices ever for a musical instrument — an acknowledgement of its rarity and historical importance.' The bidding process at Sotheby's commenced at $8 million and swiftly escalated to $10 million within seconds. Auctioneer Phyllis Kao scanned the room, seeking a bidder willing to offer $10.5 million, but the room remained silent. Consequently, with a decisive bang of the gavel, she declared the violin sold. The instrument's name derives from two of its celebrated violin virtuoso owners: Joseph Joachim of Hungary and Si-Hon Ma of China. The proceeds from the sale will be utilized by the New England Conservatory to fund student scholarships. Andrea Kalyn, president of the conservatory, stated, 'The sale is transformational for future students, and proceeds will establish the largest named endowed scholarship at New England Conservatory.' She added, 'It has been an honor to have the Joachim-Ma Stradivari on campus, and we are eager to watch its legacy continue on the world stage.
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