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Lot 87
  • 87

Gatti, Theobaldo di (v.1650-1727).

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Coronis, Pastorale Héroïque. Manuscrit.S.d.
Copie musicale manuscrite de l'époque, 173 feuillets numérotés, recto-verso, in-folio (40 x 27 cm), prologue et trois actes, veau blond du XVIIIe siècle, dos à nerfs orné de fleurons dorés, accidents aux coiffes, petits défauts à la reliure.

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

Musicien florentin, grand admirateur et élève de Lully, Gatti fut placé par ce dernier dans l'orchestre de l'Académie royale de Musique où il fut professeur de basse de violon. Cette Pastorale Héroïque, sur un livret de Chappuzeau de Baugé, fut représentée par l'Académie Royale le 23 mars 1691.