- 356
Bach, Johann Sebastian.
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Grosse Passions Musik nach dem Evangelium Johannis ... Vollständiger Klavierauszug von L. Hellwig. [vocal score]. Berlin: T Trautwein, [1830]
- Paper
First edition of the "St John Passion", BWV 245, 101 pages, oblong 4to (c.24 x 33cms), engraved music, plate number 365, modern half calf gilt, retaining the original C19 manuscript priced title-label, early bookseller's stamp to title and cover, foxing to last leaf, [RISM BB 438; BWV p.436; not in Hoboken or Hirsch]
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."
Catalogue Note
Rare: we have no record of this edition appearing at auction and only 4 copies are recorded in RISM. This is the first edition of one of the supreme masterpieces of sacred music and, according to Joseph Kerman, dramatic music as well. This vocal score predates the full score, which was published by Trautwein the following year.