La casa de subastas Sotheby's ofrecera la viola "Macdonald" de Stradivarius, cuyo precio puede superar los $45 millones.

Andrew Ling, the principal violinist of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, showcased the sound of the McDonald Stradivarius viola, one of the finest in existence. This rare instrument, crafted by Antonio Stradivari in 1719, is expected to break auction records when sold by Sotheby's and English in Hay Day. It is one of only two privately owned violas out of ten known to have survived. The viola has a well-documented history, having been owned by numerous individuals over the years.

Who is the principal violinist of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra?

• Antonio Stradivari

• John Doe

• Luis Velarde

• Andrew Ling

What is the McDonald Stradivarius viola known for?

• Being the most expensive violin

• Its exceptional sound quality

• Its unique color

• Being the oldest viola

In what year was the McDonald Stradivarius viola crafted?

• 1719

• 1720

• 1690

• 1800

How many Stradivarius violas are known to have survived to this day?

• Fifteen

• Ten

• Twenty

• Five

What is notable about the ownership history of the McDonald Stradivarius viola?

• It was lost for many years

• It has been passed through numerous owners

• It was never played

• It has always been owned by a single family