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Schumann, Robert.
bidding is closed
Description
- Two autograph letters signed ("Robert" and "R. Schumann")
1) to Ferdinand David, enclosing with the letter the score of some quartets [not included here] which he has long promised him, asking him, when he sees them, to remember all their shared joys and sorrows, 1 page, 8vo, autograph address panel, Dresden, 24 December 1848, tear, slight affecting text and address panel in one place
2) to his brother Carl Schumann, discussing his travels and other matters, 1 page, 8vo, integral autograph address-panel, later pencil annotation, Teplitz, 19 August 1842 [?], seal tear, light creasing
2) to his brother Carl Schumann, discussing his travels and other matters, 1 page, 8vo, integral autograph address-panel, later pencil annotation, Teplitz, 19 August 1842 [?], seal tear, light creasing
Literature
Jansen, p.297.
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."