Ex Vatican Stradivarius

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The Ex Vatican Stradivarius is a cello crafted circa 1620 by Nicolo Amati, master to Antonio Stradivari. The instrument was originally crafted as a viola da gamba and converted into a cello by Stradivari. The filigree and paintings on the front and back of the cello were added in the 19th Century by George Chanot.

Currently, the instrument is the property of the firm Morel & Gradoux-Matt, which has loaned it to cello virtuoso, Wendy Sutter.