As of 1902, 540 violins made by Stradivarius were known to exist. Also: 12 violas, 50 cellos--and two Guitars. According to:http://www.geocities.com/ganesha_gate/strad.html
As of 1902, 540 violins made by Stradivarius were known to exist. Also: 12 violas, 50 cellos--and two guitars. According to:http://www.geocities.com/ganesha_gate/strad.html
The above is inaccurate. It is known that Antonio Stradivari made about 1100 instrument is his lifetime, about 540 of which were violins; not all of the violins survived. As of 1902, about 650 Stradivadi instruments were know to have survived and been authenticated, but only about half of them were violins. (Stradivari also made violas, cellos, guitars, and harps). The total number of authentic Stradivarius violins still in existence at present is probably something around 300 or fewer.
Stradivari made between 1000 and 1100 'cellos, of which approximately 400-450 exist.
It is thought that Antonio Stradivari made some where between 1,000 and 1,100 string instruments. The most common of these were his violins.
He made many instruments during his time period.
540 and he also made 12 violas and 50 cellos
more than anyone can count now.
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There are many Stradivarius violins. However, each has its own unique nickname, and there is only one nicknamed Lady Blunt. 'Twas named after Lord Byron's granddaughter, Lady Anne Blunt.
It is impossible for even a luthier to value a violin based on a label because many of the cheapest violins tend to paste a Stradivarius or Guarnerius label in their violins in an attempt to increase the value. However, this violin is most likely not a true Stradivarius made by Antonius Stradivarius himself. In fact, you have a better chance of getting struck by lightning than finding a real Stradivarius.
Stradivarius used special wood people think is from the last ice age. There are also not many of them in the world.
There no collecters, there are owners. one should be so lucky as to own just one. Read the history of Stradivarius and you will understand. It's not as simple as stated above! Antonio Stradivari's instruments became famous during his lifetime, as have many other "modern" violins have become famous in their maker's lifetime. Because of this, Stradivari's instruments were coveted by many people, especially professional violinists and the wealthy who appreciated them. Some of the wealthiest collectors even owned several fine examples by the same maker at the same time. It is important to know that not all of the old master's instruments have been 'accounted for'. Some were destroyed through various accidents, wars, or some other calamity. Some have even been stolen and never seen since: but a few have been recovered in a short time and even fewer - after several decades of invisibility. Also, if you ever hear someone say they have a Stradivarius, it's probably a less than equal copy that says "copy of Stradivarius" inside the body.
Nicoló Amati was Antonio Stradivari's teacher
There are many Stradivarius violins. However, each has its own unique nickname, and there is only one nicknamed Lady Blunt. 'Twas named after Lord Byron's granddaughter, Lady Anne Blunt.
If you owned a Stradivarius violin, you'd be a multimillionaire. There's only around 500 or so Stradivarius violins left in existence today, one recently going for $3.5 Mil.
It is impossible for even a luthier to value a violin based on a label because many of the cheapest violins tend to paste a Stradivarius or Guarnerius label in their violins in an attempt to increase the value. However, this violin is most likely not a true Stradivarius made by Antonius Stradivarius himself. In fact, you have a better chance of getting struck by lightning than finding a real Stradivarius.
Stradivarius used special wood people think is from the last ice age. There are also not many of them in the world.
The truth is, many people made violins. Among the most famous is Stradivari.
There no collecters, there are owners. one should be so lucky as to own just one. Read the history of Stradivarius and you will understand. It's not as simple as stated above! Antonio Stradivari's instruments became famous during his lifetime, as have many other "modern" violins have become famous in their maker's lifetime. Because of this, Stradivari's instruments were coveted by many people, especially professional violinists and the wealthy who appreciated them. Some of the wealthiest collectors even owned several fine examples by the same maker at the same time. It is important to know that not all of the old master's instruments have been 'accounted for'. Some were destroyed through various accidents, wars, or some other calamity. Some have even been stolen and never seen since: but a few have been recovered in a short time and even fewer - after several decades of invisibility. Also, if you ever hear someone say they have a Stradivarius, it's probably a less than equal copy that says "copy of Stradivarius" inside the body.
Nicoló Amati was Antonio Stradivari's teacher
The Lost Stradivarius has approximately 160 pages in most editions.
The Stradivarius set the standard for luthiers ever since the 1600s, so the fact that it is a Stradivarius alone makes it incredibly valuable. Be wary, though, as many luthiers tried to pass off their violins for Stradivari over the years. It is quite an early one (most were made in the 1700s) and it is very unusual to see it marked as German as Stradivarius was an Italian. I would definitely seek out an antiques expert and get a valuation. To check if it is a real Stradivarius, look for the crest. It has two strange fish on it, separated by a wave motif. Do not worry if there is no crest anywhere - they often come off with age, and later luthiers may have wanted to pass it off as their own. Another Stradivari crest is a circle with 'A S' (for Antoni Stradivari) and a cross in it.
There are usually 12 first violins and 12 second violins.
Depends, Bach Stradivarius trumpets first started in 1925 and they are still being made. The best (and many times only) way to find out the year is to check the serial number.
The Stradivarius family were a family who made stringed musical instruments of extreme quality - many of those made by Antonio Stradivari are exceptionally valuable and sought after by skilled musicians.