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E. CARUSO. FINE LARGE AUTOGRAPH CARICATURE OF THE COMPOSER LEONCAVALLO, SIGNED AND INSCRIBED ("ENRICO CARUSO 1907")
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Enrico Caruso
- Fine large autograph caricature of Ruggero Leoncavallo, signed and inscribed ("Enrico Caruso 1907")
in black crayon on paper, 1 page folio (c.35.6 x 21.5cm), 1907, staining from remains of former mounting with adhesive tape, editorial stamp to verso
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
The operas of Leoncavallo were central to Caruso's repertory, particularly Canio in Pagliacci. In 1907 alone he performed the role in Baltimore, Chicago, Milwaukee, London and Hamburg.