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# - French composers.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Collection of autograph letters signed, including by
Bizet, Dukas, Thomas (2), Adam, Joncières (autograph musical quotation from Chevalier Jean), Massenet (2 autograph musical quotation signed, from 'Manon' and 'Werther'), Bochsa, Cherubini (2), F. A. Boieldieu, A. Boieldieu, Delibes (2), G. Duprez, Gounod, Offenbach, Bruneau (9, and 2 inscribed visiting cards), Félicien David, Lecocq (autograph musical manuscript, 3 pages), d'Indy (autograph letter signed and a 1-page autograph musical manuscript signed, 'Madrigal pour une voix', dated 'Anno 1716'), Saint-Säens (4 pages, Cairo, 6 January 1904, to 'Gabriel' [Fauré?]), Lalo (about Le Roi d'Ys); and a clipped signature of Ravel
c.35 items, Paris and elsewhere, 1828-1909, where indicated, a few items laid down
c.35 items, Paris and elsewhere, 1828-1909, where indicated, a few items laid down
Provenance
From the William Reeves collection
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."