Crafted in 1714, the violin is expected to sell for between $12 million and $18 million in a single-lot auction that’s part of Sotheby’s 2025 Old Masters series.

Stradivarius violins often sell for millions. There's a long history behind them, and violinists who swear they sound better ...

A rare 1714 Stradivarius violin could become the most expensive instrument ever sold at auction. The sale begins Friday at ...