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General Kyd Cello
Recovered To read details of the recovery, click here |
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$100,000 US reward for recovery of this missing instrument Kroll Inc. has been hired to assist in the return of a 1714 Stradivarius "Le Maurien" violin stolen in New York on April 9, 2002. Kroll is asking for our assistance in passing on this information. Please contact them with any information by calling: 1 866 655-7773 (toll-free for US and Canada) 1 703 259-2289 (collect call for non-US). The following reward is being posted:$100,000 CASH (MAXIMUM REGARDLESS OF THE NUMBER OF INFORMANTS) FOR THE FULL AND WHOLE RECOVERY OF AN ANTONIO STRADIVARI VIOLIN DATED 1714. THIS VIOLIN WAS LAST SEEN AT 1995 BROADWAY IN NEW YORK CITY ON 4/9/2002. THERE
WILL BE NO QUESTIONS ASKED AND THE IDENTITY OF THE RECIPIENT SHALL REMAIN
ANONYMOUS. The top is two piece spruce of medium grain. Extensive restoration in the center between the f-holes. Two piece maple back of medium, light flames descending from the center joint. Ribs and scroll of the same wood. Back, ribs and scroll are in perfect condition. Splendid golden red varnish. Extensive touch up work on the top of the instrument. Original label dated 1714. Length of Back-358.5 . Upper Bouts 168, Middle Bouts 112, Lower Bouts 207. |
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The cello known as the “General Kyd,” made in 1684 has been taken. This
instrument is the property of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association,
and we would appreciate any assistance you can lend in its recovery. It
was last seen in Los Angeles on April 24, 2004.
Please note that the cello bears its original label, dated Cremona 1684
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