Lot 97
  • 97

Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Il Flauto magico...Die Zauberflöte Grosse Oper in zwey Akten [score], Bonn: N. Simrock, [1814]
first edition of the unadulterated full score, 363 pages, folio (32.2 x 24.3cm), lithographed title and engraved music, cast list and index, plate number 1092, old ownership stamp to title ("J. M. Müller"), bookseller's stamp to title ("T. Boosey & Co."), library stamp to index page, gilt edges, modern blue morocco gilt, [Hoboken 566; Hirsch, ii 681; RISM M 4772]

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

While a pasticcio edition of the score, incorporating music from Don Giovanni and La clemenza di Tito, was published by Sieber in around 1801, this is first unadulterated edition of the full score.

From the collection of the late Christopher Raeburn