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Brahms, Johannes.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Autograph letter signed ("J Brahms"), unpublished
- paper
to an unidentified lady ("Sehr geehrtes Fräulein"), apologizing for the fact that, for various reasons, he was unable to take up her invitation, and reporting that, after a very busy summer, he has now found a peaceful holiday lodging at Rüschlikon on Lake Zurich, which he intends to make the most of; Brahms explains that, after the Zurich Music Festival, he has many travel commitments and probably it is better that he does not disappoint her twice, asking her to extend his greetings to Herr Rater ("...Der Sommer war für mich der unruhigste u[nd] wenn ich jetzt wohl ein ruhigeres Absteigequartier (in Rüschlikon am Zürcher See) gefunden habe--so werde ich es doch wenig geniessen...."), 2 pages, 8vo (c.23 x 14.5cms), printed stationery with an engraved green monogram, [Rüschlikon, Lake Zurich], July 1874, small hole slightly affecting one letter, together with a cabinet-style photograph of Brahms, (c.16.5 x 11cms), by C. Brasch of Berlin, date-stamped 1897
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
Brahms had been travelling to Bonn and Basle in the previous months. At Rüschlikon, he composed the Neue Liebeslieder Walzer Op.65 and worked on the First Symphony.