- 105
Puccini, Giacomo.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Remarkable photograph of the composer signed and inscribed by him
to Sybil Seligman ("alla carissima Sybil unica e rara creatura con affeto Giacomo Puccini London Giugno [1]907", with four autograph musical quotations on the mount from La Bohème, Tosca, Manon Lescaut and Madama Butterfly
by the Bertieri Platymotipe Studio, Turin, mounted on card, overall size c.28 x 22 cms., London, 1907, the edges irregularly trimmed, a little scratched and foxed
by the Bertieri Platymotipe Studio, Turin, mounted on card, overall size c.28 x 22 cms., London, 1907, the edges irregularly trimmed, a little scratched and foxed
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
A sensational photograph inscribed to Puccini's wealthy English admirer Sybil Seligman, with autograph quotations from four of his greatest works.