Mystery Violin Donated to Music for Canberra Could Be a Spanish Masterpiece

violin luthier Joseph Contreras

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A mysterious, old violin gifted to Music for Canberra has sparked intrigue.
Potentially a $50,000 Spanish masterpiece by Joseph Contreras, its label is unreliable, requiring forensic analysis to confirm its age and maker.
The instrument is being restored and will be used as a scholarship violin for young musicians.

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A mysterious, old violin gifted to Music for Canberra has sparked intrigue. Potentially a $50,000 Spanish masterpiece by Joseph Contreras, its label is unreliable, requiring forensic analysis to confirm its age and maker. The instrument is being restored and will be used as a scholarship violin for young musicians.

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