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Sibelius, Jean.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Four autograph letters signed ("Jean Sibelius"), about Scaramouche, Op.71
written to the playwright Poul Knudsen, in Swedish, informing him that he intends to compose the incidental music, giving his proposed title, "Pantomime af Poul Knudsen", with music by Sibelius, insisting that it should not be called an opera, as it will not be composed throughout, later apologizing for not composing music for other pantomimes with Knudsen, including Okon Fuoko, giving as the reason his sad experiences over Scaramouche, 5 pages, 4to (c.28.5 x 22cms), with manuscript English translations, Helsinki and Järvenpää, 13 June 1913, 18 February 1914, 18 September 1917 & 3 January 1922, filing holes, some staining
Condition
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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
Sibelius's ambitious music for Poul Knudsen's tragic pantomime Scaramouche was written in 1913, but, as these letters testify, Sibelius was disappointed that it could not be staged until much later. It only received its premiere in Copenhagen in 1922.