Description
2002 Christie's Musical Instruments,13 November 2002 London An exquisite violin by the most distinguished violinmaker in the history of the instrument, Antonio Stradivari, sets the tone at this sale. Dating from 1726 and labeled Antonius Stradivarius Cremonensis, Faciebat Anno 1726 AS, the violin's fine provenance dates back to the 19th century, when it was owned by one of the greatest French violinmakers and foremost dealers of the time, Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume. Other sale highlights include an English square piano by Joshua Dane, which dates from 1992 and is the property of the renowned Andrew Lloyd Webber. In addition to these two very special lots, the auction boasts of a comprehensive selection of violas, violins and bow..Catalog is in fine condition.
