CLEAN : Worlds finest viola presented in Hong Kong

The transcript discusses a rare Stradivarius viola, crafted by Antonio Stradivari between 1710 and 1720. It highlights the viola's rarity, with only ten complete examples existing today, and its significance as the most famous and best-preserved piece. The viola is expected to fetch over $45 million at auction, marking its first market appearance in 50 years. The historical context includes its last public appearance in 1987 and its previous ownership by Peter Schidlof. The transcript emphasizes the importance of the viola being played, rather than its monetary value.

When was the last time a Viola by Stradivari came onto the market?

What was considered more important than the price of the Viola?