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Copland, Aaron.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Autograph manuscript of part of "Appalachian Spring", signed ("Aaron Copland (1943-44"))
- paper
the first page of the full score, written in black ink on printed staves, laid out for full orchestra, annotated by Copland in ink, including for 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets in A, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, timpani, harp and strings, the violins marked divisi with only half to play ("Half (Div)"), comprising six bars in all, titled "Appalachian Spring (Ballet for Martha)"
1 page, large folio (c.36 x 27cms), 25 printed staves (2 for percussion), mounted on card, some creasing, [c.1954]
1 page, large folio (c.36 x 27cms), 25 printed staves (2 for percussion), mounted on card, some creasing, [c.1954]
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
Appalachian Spring was originally composed in 1943-1944 for chamber ensemble of 13 instruments; this manuscript contains the first page of Copland's orchestral version, made in 1954.