A "giant violin" boat built on the island of Giudecca in Venice, Italy had a test voyage on August 6 in a tribute to those who have died from COVID-19. /CFP

The "Violin of Noah" was created by artist Livio De Marchi in collaboration with the Venice Development Consortium. /CFP

A cellist plays during the test voyage. /CFP

The boat is reported to be 12 meters long. /CFP