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Strauss, Richard.
Estimate
1,500 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- the libretto of the opera Friedenstag, annotated and corrected by the composer, including several autograph musical sketches
the typescript of the full libretto, with numerous autograph additions, alterations and deletions entered by Strauss in pencil and ink, including two autograph sketches notated on a single stave by the words "Ich tu nach Eurem Wort" (Prelate) and "Bin ich nun tot, bin ich entehrt?" (Kommandant), and some entries in another hand, 35 pages, versos blank, folio (c.23.5 x 20.7cm), red and black half cloth [1935-1936]
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
The libretto of Friedenstag was originally conceived by Stefan Zweig, and he in fact did much of the working out of the text. However, when it became impossible for Strauss to continue collaborating with him, the work was officially handed over to Zweig's friend Joseph Gregor. The scenario was drafted in 1935-1936, and originally intended to be a companion piece to Daphne but the works are now invariably performed separately.