Plug-in Players In Marvel

They are both people who are not short of money. Neither Stark nor Shi Xiaolei have thought about exchanging the antiques in front of them for money.

Therefore, when making the selection, both of them had the same attitude of ‘not looking at value, just choosing what you like or can use’.

"This sculpture is not bad. It can be placed in the study as a decoration."

"These two oil paintings belong to me, and they will be hung in the bedroom of the holiday villa later."

"This one... is okay. Jarvis, remember it for me. If you can't find a better one later, add it to the list." He ordered the 'Silver Cod' who was following him. Tucker put down the painting in his hand and turned his attention to Shi Xiaolei, who was on the other side of the room: "Hey, Locke, did you find anything interesting?"

"I found a violin." Looking back, Shi Xiaolei said with a smile.

"Violin?" Stark walked over with a question on his face: "Can you play?"

"No." Shi Xiaolei explained: "I plan to take it back and give it to Kangna. I went to the school for a parent-teacher meeting some time ago, and I went to meet Kangna's teacher. She told me that it was okay. Try to get Kangna to develop some hobbies outside of schoolwork.”

"Kanna likes music?" Stark raised his eyebrows: "You can't make the decision for her, right? I heard that there are many Chinese parents among you who will ignore your children's own preferences and follow your own preferences. Wishful thinking makes choices for them.”

Since becoming good friends with Shi Xiaolei, Stark would occasionally take a look at news related to Chinese-Americans on TV or in newspapers. The reason why he said such a sentence now was because he had just read a commentary article in the newspaper on the theme of "Chinese parents' parenting style" in the newspaper not long ago.

"Don't worry, Kangna chose the music herself."

"OK, if it's the little girl's choice..." Stark shrugged: "I agree."

"By the way, what impression have Chinese parents left on you?" Shi Xiaolei smiled and couldn't help complaining: "Please, what era is this? Please keep pace with the times and update the information in a timely manner, OK?"

"I just said it casually." He spread his hands and made an apologetic expression, which was considered as erasing this part.

His eyes fell on the open piano case, and Stark whistled: "Wow, a work by Antonio Stradivari, let me see, 1706..."

As one of the few richest people in the world, Stark has more or less knowledge about classical musical instruments. Of course, he is no stranger to the name Antonio Stradivari. After all, Antonio Stradivari is one of the most famous luthiers in history. It is no exaggeration to say that his status in the luthier profession is almost equivalent to Beethoven or Mozart among composers.

However, because he does not practice piano and has no preference for classical music, Stark's understanding in this area is not very deep.

For example, now, he can only determine from the signature on the inscription that this piano is very precious, but he cannot tell the characteristics of this piano and the historical background of the era when it was born, like those collectors who specialize in collecting antique musical instruments.

Fortunately, there is Jarvis on the side, who can help Stark.

"1706, a very special year." Controlling the Silver Cod and walking to the three of them, Jarvis scanned the violin in the case and explained: "In the two years of 1705 and 1706, the Austrians invaded came to Cremona, imposed financial demands on the local people, and forced them to provide food and accommodation for the soldiers in their own homes. Because of the interference from outsiders, it was difficult to concentrate on the work of making violins, so during this period By this time, Stradivari had almost given up making violins. In fact, no Stradivari violin from 1705 or 1706 has appeared at auction in recent decades.”

"Is it so rare?"

"Yes, the last Stradivarius violin produced in 1705 was put up for auction in 1967, and was eventually bought by a classical instrument collector who settled in Italy, and was named Gabianno by him, that is, Seagulls.”

After listening to the conversation between Stark and Jarvis, he looked at the violin... While he felt that the violin was very valuable, he also unconsciously had some small doubts - there were unrelated outsiders around him. Excuse me, I can't concentrate. In the two years of 1705 and 1706, will Stradivari's violin making skills be affected, and will the violins he made be worse than those made in other years?

"I don't think you need to worry about that, Mr. Locke." To this, Jarvis replied: "Since 1700, it is often called Stradivari's golden period. At this time, he produced The violins have the characteristics of 'the shape of the side plates becomes more curved, and the corners become longer and straighter'. For example, the famous violin 'Betts' in 1704 is the most typical example."

"Let's skip the two years of 1705 and 1706 for now. In 1708, after Stradivari resumed work, he added length and width to some violins. After a year of experimentation and great luck, Having found the finest dried maple wood, Stradivarius ushered in his highly productive year in 1709. Such as 'LaPucelle' (LaPucelle), 'Viotti' () and 'Greffler' ( Greffuhle) and other famous instruments were all made in 1709."

"After sorting out the timeline, it is not difficult to find that although Stradivari did not do much hands-on violin making during those two years, his enthusiasm for violin making craftsmanship did not decrease at all - precisely because of those two years Li thought a lot and had a plan in mind, so he was able to start trying it out immediately after resuming work and making some adjustments to the shape of the piano body."

"Since he can maintain this enthusiasm, he will definitely not relax his control over the quality of his works." Jarvis finally concluded: "Furthermore, as a prestigious luthier, Stradivari is very likely to be the same as Stradivarius." Like Mr. Tucker, he is very proud. I think that no matter when, he will never lower his requirements for himself and let the quality of his works decline."

"I like this sentence~." Stark laughed and raised his hand to give 'Jarvis' a thumbs up: "Go back and help me contact Hollywood to make a biopic of him, and I will pay for it."

"Yes, Sir. It has been noted in the memo."

"Good." Nodding, Stark asked casually: "By the way, Jarvis, if this piano is put up for auction now, what is the approximate transaction price?"

"Because it is a work of Stradivari, the base price of this piano is at least 3 million dollars. Considering that it was made in 1706, it is even rarer than works of other years..." After a slight pause, Javi said Si' gave its valuation: "Its final transaction price should be more than 7 million dollars, and may even exceed 10 million dollars."

Upon hearing the price, Stark whistled again.

Looking at Shi Xiaolei again, there was a hint of ridicule in his eyes: "Man, I suggest you put this piano away first. Wait until Kangna grows up before giving it to her. Otherwise..."