- 90
Arnold Schoenberg.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Two typed documents signed ("ArnoldSchoenberg")
being affidavits concerning the entrance into the United States by permanent visa of his son-in-law Felix Greissle, his daughter Gertrud and their two sons Arnold and Hermann; in the first affidavit, Schoenberg provides details of his residency in the United States, states his profession as 'Professor of Music at the University of California...at a salary of $4800 a year', provides further information on additional income from private pupils, teaching, royalties and recording, and attests that the family of his son-in-law and his daughter will never become 'a public charge' while staying the United States; the second affidavit provides similar information, but with greater detail concerning his salary and other income
...Arnold Schoenberg, Professor of Music at University of California at Los Angeles, composer of music, being duly sworn, deposes and says:...that I have an annual income which averages about [$2500.00] annually...[consisting of]...royalties from ASCAB...for perform[a]nce rights of my compositions as per enclosed bill 4 times $ 185 anually $740...
2 pages, the first affidavit a signed carbon copy, the second a top copy signed, Los Angeles, 15 June 1938 and Los Angeles, 4 February 1941, the earlier affidavit torn in several places, with slight loss of text, not affecting signature; together with a negative image of the first affidavit
...Arnold Schoenberg, Professor of Music at University of California at Los Angeles, composer of music, being duly sworn, deposes and says:...that I have an annual income which averages about [$2500.00] annually...[consisting of]...royalties from ASCAB...for perform[a]nce rights of my compositions as per enclosed bill 4 times $ 185 anually $740...
2 pages, the first affidavit a signed carbon copy, the second a top copy signed, Los Angeles, 15 June 1938 and Los Angeles, 4 February 1941, the earlier affidavit torn in several places, with slight loss of text, not affecting signature; together with a negative image of the first affidavit
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."