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Lot 105
  • 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

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."

Catalogue Note

A sensational photograph inscribed to Puccini's wealthy English admirer Sybil Seligman, with autograph quotations from four of his greatest works.