In 2011, a Stradivarius violin in pristine condition sold for $15.9 million. And then, in 2014, another Strad went up for auction with a minimum bid of $45 million. That auction failed, but it underscored a trend: The price and prestige of Stradivarius violins keep climbing, driven by the insatiable demand of investors and professional musicians.
But is a Stradivarius really worth that large sum of money? As this primer from Vox suggests, it depends who you ask. In a highly-publicized blind test, professional violinists couldn’t tell the difference between multi-million dollar Strads and more modestly-priced modern violins. On the other hand, some elite violinists swear by the Stradivarius, claiming that the subtle superiority of the instrument only becomes apparent over time, when it’s played over years, not days or months.
That debate will continue. And as it does, the Stradivarius will only get older–and, yes, more fetishized as an historical object that’s considered priceless.
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A 3d print of a Stradivarius would be interesting.
Only so many in the world …And the history and craft behind them imo opinion make them priceless…This is something a music lover and art lover would ever love to have for the Fasenation and The Vision o Cherish it’s beauty at a Home display …it’s for the People with larger allowances so to speak For Dream Things. This is a One of life’s Dream Things I grew up hearing about. .::::Wink::: #Luxury #fetishs
The Mona Lisa doesn’t sing any better than I do. The sound of a violin is only a small part of the equation. Just saying.
I believe i have a Stradivarius violin and looking to sell but not sure where to start.
Hi my Mom has a Stradivarius violin that was her Dad’s and my Dad had bought it off of of her Dad when his Arthritis was to bad. It has it original case, but has no strings. It has all the paper work indide the violin that it was made in 1716 with a number on it. It has the original bow. We were wonding what it is worth. Thank you Tracey
I have Antonius Stradivarius cremonenfis faciebat anno 17 Wanting to get an estimate of value. Bow and case. Can you help me?
I have the same one, wondering if you had it appraised.also have an older one.
I have stradivarius violin so how much I can sell it
I have a stradivsrius violin and want to sell it. How do i get about it?